Best Time To Visit Manali, Himachal

Summer in Manali is considered to be the best time to visit this hill station. It is the best time to visit Manali if you're looking for outdoor activities like trekking, paragliding, and rafting. Unlike other parts of the country, the weather is Manali is very pleasant and ideal for indulging in adventure activities like rafting, paragliding, zorbing and mountain activities. Also, the flowers are in full bloom at this time of the year making it perfect for nature enthusiasts.

Manali is touched by a festive mood in the summers. One can experience the festival of  Basantotsav in the summer month of April. This fair has been declared a state festival by the Himachal Pradesh government. As it marks the beginning of the spring season (and also the tourist season) in the valley, it is also known as Spring Festival.

The temperature in the summers ranges between 10 Degrees Celsius to 25 Degrees Celsius in Manali.

Monsoon is not an ideal time for people to visit Manali. The place receives heavy rainfall throughout this time. Visiting Manali this time of the year can affect plans as heavy rainfalls can make tourists stay in their hotels the whole time. Weather in Manali during monsoon season can be really unpredictable. Nearby places located at higher elevations are prone to thunderstorms and incessant rainfall. Moreover, there are huge chances of landslides during monsoons in Manali. Landslides can lead to damage to vehicles and blocked roads. But if you are looking for a trip with a short budget, this off-season will offer great discounts on hotel room tariffs.

Winters are a great time to visit the Manali. Visiting this time of the year is usually preferred by honeymooners from all over the world as the place is very chilly. If you want to witness snowfall, then winters are the best time to visit the place. You will get spectacular views of the snow capped mountains in winters.Also, you can be a part of the most awaited festival of the year in the valley i.e. the Winter Carnival. There is a massive participation by cultural groups and students from various colleges of India. The festival is held at 'Manu Kala Kendra' in Manali. This festival surely gives a five-day feast to the visitors.Snowfall in Manali is common between December and February. During snowfall season in Manali, the hotel rates are higher. It is also the best time to visit Manali for honeymoon. The temperature in the winters can go below 0 Degree Celsius, so some good woollens are recommended. All in all, the best time to visit Manali is the time ‘you’ visit the place!