Himachal Pradesh in India sees its peak temperatures in August (14°C (57°F)) and its coolest in January (-7°C (19°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Manāli, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
Himachal Pradesh experiences varying average temperatures all year, without any months of consistently pleasant weather.
The coldest months are usually in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December.
Precipitation in Himachal Pradesh varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in February with 277 mm (11 in) of rain, while October stays relatively dry with 58 mm (2.3 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, March, July and August, when monthly rainfall can range from 209 mm (8.2 in) to 277 mm (11 in).
