Mountain town in Himachal Pradesh, India
Manali weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Manali
Mar–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for treks and views; Jul–Aug monsoon brings landslides. Dec–Feb has snow and closed passes. Rohtang Pass is usually open only about June–Oct.
Manali weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°36 mm
- Feb8°42 mm
- Mar12°40 mm
- Apr17°30 mm
- May20°35 mm
- Jun23°105 mm
- Jul25°217 mm
- Aug24°226 mm
- Sep22°115 mm
- Oct17°11 mm
- Nov13°11 mm
- Dec9°12 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -4°C25°F | 36 mm | 71% | Cold |
| February | 8°C47°F | -3°C27°F | 42 mm | 78% | Cold |
| March | 12°C54°F | 1°C34°F | 40 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 6°C44°F | 30 mm | 72% | Cool |
| May | 20°C69°F | 10°C51°F | 35 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C74°F | 14°C57°F | 105 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| July | 25°C76°F | 17°C63°F | 217 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| August | 24°C75°F | 17°C63°F | 226 mm | 90% | Rainy |
| September | 22°C71°F | 13°C56°F | 115 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 17°C62°F | 8°C46°F | 11 mm | 69% | Cool |
| November | 13°C55°F | 3°C37°F | 11 mm | 62% | Cool |
| December | 9°C48°F | -1°C30°F | 12 mm | 62% | Cold |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Shimla | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Manali?
Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mar–Jun and Sep–Oct are best for treks and views; Jul–Aug monsoon brings landslides. Dec–Feb has snow and closed passes. Rohtang Pass is usually open only about June–Oct.
When is the rainy season in Manali?
Rain peaks in August with about 226 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Manali?
July, with average highs of 25°C (76°F).
How cold does Manali get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (25°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation)
- Kullu Manali Airport (Airports Authority of India)
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 12.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.