Visit Ladakh
The powerful Himalayas, colorful temples, white stupas, monasteries and Buddhism characterize the mysterious and fascinating region of Ladakh, in the far north of India.
During October, Leh experiences low daytime temperatures of 4°C (39°F) and cooler nights around -11°C (12°F). As the driest month of the year, snow/rainfall is at its lowest.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Leh.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Leh - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Leh spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Leh.
Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of India in October →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Leh in October. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Visit Ladakh
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