Best Time to Travel To Manali
- SANDEEP AGGARWAL
- Mar 10
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 11
Manali is located in the center of the Indian Himalayas and is a very sought-after hill station in India. Manali is popular for its beautiful landscapes, the Green Valleys, and peaks which are always covered with snow, rivers, and towns. Whether traveling with your family or just by yourself, you need to know the best time to travel to Manali. Even though the best time depends on your interests and experiences, you are looking for. Today I will explain some details to ensure you clarity regarding the best time to travel to Manali.
Monthly Weather in Manali
Month | High/Low (°C) | Rain |
January | 3°/ -6° | 17 Days |
February | 6°/ -5° | 8 Days |
March | 7°/ -3° | 18 Days |
April | 12°/ 1° | 17 Days |
May | 13°/ 2 | 14 Days |
June | 17°/ 7° | 12 Days |
July | 19°/ 12° | 26 Days |
August | 20°/ 13° | 24 Days |
September | 20°/ 10° | 8 Days |
October | 14°/ 4° | 5 Days |
November | 9°/ -0° | 15 Days |
December | 6°/ -5° | 8 Days |
Manali in Summer (March-June)
Nested in the lap of the Himalayas, summer enhances the beauty of Manali, it becomes a summer heaven. You can not compare the summer beauty of Manali to other hill stations. From March to June, you can witness its warm pleasant weather, and mesmerizing landscapes. This is the best time for many refreshing activities. So without any delay just dive into the beauty of one of the gems of the Himalayas.
Weather and Temperature
During the day, the temperature of Manali remains between 10 to 25 degrees Celsius, making it perfect to enjoy outdoor activities. Even though it's summer time, it still gets chilly during nights so you better grab your blankets and some warm clothes.
Why you should visit during the summer season
Do we even need a reason to visit such a beautiful hill station, but still, I would love to state some important facts that are going to make your journey more reasonable.
When you visit Manali in the summers, you can witness the greenery of this hill station, blooming flowers around, and a picturesque landscape with snow-capped peaks.
Pleasant weather makes it the perfect time for adventurous activities, including trekking, paragliding. Even you can explore Solan Valley peacefully during the summer.
During the summer time, Rohtang pass is open, so you will be able to explore it more.
If you love rafting, then you can perform rafting during the summers, and other activities such as camping, trekking, Vashishta Bath. Vashishta Bath is one of the relaxing activities of the trip, where you can heal your soul and mind by performing a meditation.
Things to know before the visit:
It is best if you grab some details about the road beforehand if you are travelling through the road. Sometimes landslides can happen, so for safety measures, it's your responsibility to ensure the road conditions. Summer time is a peak season that makes it crowded, so booking will be the best option for you.
Manali in Monsoon (July-September)
During Monsson season this place becomes a bit dangerous as many landslides may occur. To avoid any unfavourable incident, I suggest you stay away from this place during rainy seasons. As many roadblocks are caused by landslides, it makes it difficult for people to travel. Thus, hotel prices decrease. Manali trip is not enjoyable in the monsoon. Still, you can visit as it's your freedom to choose whether you should visit or not.
Weather and Temperature
Temperature ranges between 15 to 25 degrees Celsius. During the monsoon, Manali remains green, beautiful with blooming flowers and refreshing. During the night, the temperature falls to 10 to 15 degrees, so you need to pack your warm clothes and blanket.
Why you should visit during the monsoon season
The rainy season makes it amazingly beautiful with mist-covered peaks and gushing waterfalls. These all make it perfect to escape from the daily stressful life.
Things to know before the visit:
In rainy seasons, landslides become more common, so you should check the road condition before your trip. Place waterproof clothing, umbrellas, and bags to explore Manali in the rain. This is an off-peak season, so you need to grab details about the offers and discounts. Many cafes, temples, and museums provide shelter during rainy seasons, so include them in your plan.
Manali in Winter (October-February)
Winter makes Manali heavenly by enhancing its beauty. After the monsoon season starts in October, the winter season transforms it into a wonderful place on the earth. You can enjoy snowfall during December that makes it even more precious. During the Winter, there are many carnivals held where you can perform activities such as sports, special performances, etc. Christmas and New Year vibes make it even more exciting.
Weather and Temperature
In the winter season, the temperature drops to zero, and snowfall is very common in Manali, especially from December to February. You can witness peaks covered with a white sheet of snow.
Why you should visit
During Winter, trees and the mountain get covered with snow, which enhances the beauty of Manali. Many activities can be performed only during winter that makes it even more exciting.
You can experience warm coffee inside a cottage during the winter season, which is enough to melt your heart.
In winter, you can perform many thrilling activities like skiing, snowboarding, snow fights, etc. This is the perfect time for the couples to visit Manali.
Things to know before the visit:
First check the road condition, if the road is blocked due to the snow. Make sure to pack your warm clothes before your trip. If you have any allergies or health issues, then you can bring some meds with you.
Conclusion
Even you can visit Manali anytime according to your interest as your choice matters more than anything. I explained above about Summer, Monsoon, and Winter so you can get an idea about seasons. During the summer, you can enjoy greenery landscapes, during winter you can vibe with Christmas and New Year Vibes. Monsoon season is a very off-peak season and you need to be more careful. The Himalayan Stories provides luxurious services to ensure you a smooth and comfortable trip experience. You can always contact us with your plan.
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