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Himachal Pradesh Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh, India in February.

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Manāli Shimla McLeod Ganj Kasol

Are you planning a trip a to Himachal Pradesh, India in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Himachal Pradesh in February

Himachal Pradesh, India is a region in India. The weather in Himachal Pradesh in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Losar at -16°C (3°F) and warm in Una at 22°C (72°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Una and -26°C (-15°F) in Losar. In many regions in India, February is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Himachal Pradesh, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kasauli with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Manāli with 277 mm (11 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Manāli receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Himachal Pradesh

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Himachal Pradesh, India?

Temperature range in Himachal Pradesh (February)

Precipitation variation in Himachal Pradesh (February)

Manāli

In February Manāli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-19°C (-2°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly snowfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
277 mm (11 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Manāli →

Shimla

In February Shimla generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
245 hours
250 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Shimla →

McLeod Ganj

In February McLeod Ganj generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in McLeod Ganj →

Kasol

In February Kasol generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kasol →

Dharamshala

In February Dharamshala generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Dharamshala →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Himachal Pradesh, in India.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Himachal Pradesh in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manāli -5°C (23°F) -16°C (3°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Shimla 16°C (61°F) 4°C (39°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
McLeod Ganj 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Kasol 1°C (34°F) -11°C (12°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Dharamshala 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Kasauli 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Himachal Pradesh weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Himachal Pradesh, India in February?

Himachal Pradesh, India typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Manāli average around -5°C (23°F), and temperatures drop to about -16°C (3°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Himachal Pradesh, India in February?

Manāli averages a daytime maximum of -5°C (23°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -16°C (3°F).

Does Himachal Pradesh, India get a lot of snow in February?

Rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, India peaks during February. Manāli averages roughly 277 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Himachal Pradesh, India?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Himachal Pradesh, India with often poor weather in Manāli.

On average, the best time to visit Himachal Pradesh, India is in with generally poor weather in Manāli.

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