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Best Time To Visit Manali, Himachal

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Manali Tourism

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Current weather:

Best time to visit:

Oct - Jun

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Ideal Duration:

2-4 Days

website

himachaltourist.com/manali/...

Phone:

01902 222226

Ideal for friends Family Tour Ideal for couples

Weather in Manali

Fri, May 25 2018

-3.23ºC|-13.35ºC

Snow in morning , afternoon and evening and clear in night

89.0% Humidity

Sat, May 26 2018

-2.59ºC|-14.94ºC

Snow from morning to night

88.75% Humidity

Sun, May 27 2018

-3ºC|-12.13ºC

Snow in morning , afternoon and evening and clear in night

86.75% Humidity

Mon, May 28 2018

-2.34ºC|-12.18ºC

Snow in morning , afternoon and evening and clear in night

85.0% Humidity

Tue, May 29 2018

-2.02ºC|-13.58ºC

Snow from morning to night

89.88% Humidity

Best Time To Visit Manali

Plan your trip during best season to experience the best of this stunning destination

Manali is India’s one of the most beautiful hill station who gets its tourists throughout the year. This hill resort is very popular among honeymooners making it a ‘lover’s paradise’. Since Manali offers something for everyone in every season, one can expect all sorts of tourists here, from backpackers to families. Snowfall in Manali occurs between December and February. These months are the best time to visit Kullu and Manali for honeymoon.

However, the best season to visit Manali is summers as the weather is quite pleasant and people from nearby states like Haryana and Punjab can be found in abundance who visit the place to escape the scorching heat. Another good time to visit Manali is from November to March as the temperature is very low making an ideal time for honeymooners to visit. Depending on your budget and interest, find the season-wise best time to visit Manali below:

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Climate in Manali

Summer Season in Manali

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.

 

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Monsoon Season 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.

 

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Winter Season in Manali

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!

 

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Himachal Packages

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Srinagar > Kargil > Leh > Pangong > Nubra valley > Sarchu > Manali

10D & 9N | Customizable

Rs. 47,880/- (Per Person)

  • Up to 3 Stars
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  • Private Cab
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Dharamshala > Dalhousie

5D & 4N | Customizable

Rs. 13,420/- (Per Person)

  • Up to 2 Stars
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Beautiful green pastures surrounded by ethereal beauty in Manali.
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Manali

4D & 3N | Customizable

Rs. 10,674/- (Per Person)

  • Up to 2 Stars
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  • Airport Pickup-Drop
Welcome to Manali, the land of happiness
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Manali

5D & 4N | Customizable

Rs. 12,687/- (Per Person)

  • Up to 2 Stars
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Beautiful scenery of Pangong Tso
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Srinagar > Kargil > Leh > Nubra valley > Pangong > Sarchu > Manali

10D & 9N | Customizable

Rs. 55,060/- (Per Person)

  • Up to 2 Stars
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Clouds descending on green pastures of Khajjiar in Himachal
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Dalhousie > Dharamshala

4D & 3N | Customizable

Rs. 10,200/- (Per Person)

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Tibetian Monastery in Manali with mighty mountains in the background.
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Shimla > Manali > Dharamshala > Dalhousie

9D & 8N | Customizable

Rs. 29,890/- (Per Person)

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Traveler Reviews

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Anagha Amare

about 24 hours ago

whole trip experience was very nice except chandigarh hotel stay. Poor room service and food. Rest of the trip including sightscene and cab journey was very nice. Drivers were also helpful and their guidance was also good.

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Kal Visva

about 24 hours ago

I was a bit worried in the beginning about the cab and driver..but it was really great!!!.. would definitely recommend travel triangle for a hassle-free reliable trip .great job!!!

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Michaeljohn

1 day ago

I love Himachal Pradesh very much nice road and got new experience in Indian road journey to shimla from chandigarh and Shimla to Manali and Manali to Delhi was breathtaking .

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Tasewaldhanpal

2 days ago

Good experienced Special thanks to Ms Puja for her tremendous cooperation during tour.

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MRITYUNJAY KUMAR

2 days ago

good trip of Manali . somewhere driver create problems but it's manageable. rest is ok. best trip from travel triangle.

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Pkrish

1 day ago

Thanks again to everyone who accompanied in hole tour......Maybe we'll meet again sometime..... Unexpectedly we got a chance to visit Rothang Pass . It's unbelievable

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Vikash Ranjan

3 days ago

Hotels of Shimla with respect of Manali was bad.It was excellent if rooms of Shimla was also good. Best memories was in Manali.

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Rakesh Pareek

3 days ago

All the arrangements were good & pankaj sir & arjun sir were available 24×7. Thanks for arrangements.

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FAQ's of Manali

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What is the best route to reach Manali?

If you want to travel by air, the nearest airport is the Kullu-Manali airport at Bhuntar. You can get a taxi from there to take you to Manali. However, due to the climate, it's not the most reliable route to Manali. There are several buses from New Delhi and Chandigarh. There is also an option to drive there which goes through a very scenic route.  

What are the best places to trek in and around Manali?

There are quite a few options to go trekking in Manali. The most mainstream yet one of the best treks is the trek to Hampta Pass. This trek is ideal to see thick pine woods and serene valleys.Tourists of all ages can go on the trek to the origin of the river Beas, also known as Beas Kund. 

When is the best time to visit Manali?

The best time to visit Manali is between October-February, during the winter season, when the whole town is covered in snowfall. This is also the ideal time for honeymooners. Summer is also ideal for trekkers as some of the higher trek points become inaccessible in winter. 

What is the local language of Manali?

The local language spoken in Manali is a dialect of the Pahari language called Mandiali. However, Hindi works everywhere in Manali as well and most of the locals do understand and speak English as well. 

What are the things that should be bought in Manali?

Manali has quite a few markets that have very specific items that you can buy. At Manu Market near Mall Road, woollens are available for sale and are quite nice and quaint. There is also the Old Market that has a lot of souvenir items for sale. The Tibetan Market is a place for Tibetan handicrafts and jewellery. You could also pick up a jar of apple pickle, as it is local and delicious.

In which month can I see snowfall in Manali?

Snowfall in Manali in December, especially around Christmas and New Year's Eve, is common. It is rare to see snowfall in Manali in November or October. 

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