Himachal Pradesh News
Rare May Snowfall in Dhauladhar Range Brings Winter Chill to Kangra, Tourists Thrilled
In a rare and surprising weather event, the upper reaches of the Dhauladhar Range witnessed fresh snowfall in May, bringing an unexpected winter-like chill to the region. Alongside this, overnight rainfall across parts of Kangra district caused a noticeable drop in temperatures.
In a rare and surprising weather event, the upper reaches of the Dhauladhar Range witnessed fresh snowfall in May, bringing an unexpected winter-like chill to the region. Alongside this, overnight rainfall across parts of Kangra district caused a noticeable drop in temperatures.
Popular hill towns such as Dharamsala, McLeodganj, Palampur, Bir Billing, Dalhousie, Chamba, and Bharmour experienced a sudden shift in weather, replacing recent warmth with cold winds and misty conditions.
Rainfall Data: IMD Reports Significant Showers
According to the India Meteorological Department, the region received notable rainfall overnight:
- Dharamsala & McLeodganj: 25.5 mm
- Kangra: 18.4 mm
- Palampur: 10.2 mm
- Chamba: 4 mm
Intermittent rain showers continued into the morning, while dense fog covered higher altitudes, reducing visibility and intensifying the cold conditions.
Temperature Drops Sharply Across Hill Stations
The sudden weather change led to a steep decline in minimum temperatures:
- Dharamsala: 16.5°C
- McLeodganj: 9.8°C
- Palampur: 11.5°C
- Kangra: 15.3°C
- Chamba: 16.8°C
- Dalhousie: 8.6°C
- Bharmour: 13°C
Locals described the atmosphere as “early winter-like,” especially in higher elevations.
Tourism Boost Likely After Rare Weather Event
The snow-covered peaks of the Dhauladhar range created stunning views, attracting tourists and photographers. Travel industry stakeholders believe this rare May snowfall could trigger a spike in tourist arrivals over the coming weekend.
After days of warm and humid weather, this sudden chill has also brought relief to residents and visitors alike.
