Places to See Snowfall in May in India
1. Drass, Kargil2. Gulmarg
3. Yumthang Valley, Siikim
3. Yumthang Valley, Siikim
4. Spiti Valley
As May approaches, ceiling fans and air conditioners run round the clock, coolers dry out fast. It’s the kind of heat that drains you even before the day’s even begun. That’s why many people head to higher altitudes in search of relief in the Himalayas where the temperature is still in single digits. Some of these high-altitude places still get snow fall in May in India, or at least hold onto some.
If you’re lucky, you may experience some fresh snowfall in early May in places like Ladakh, thanks to the altitude and climate conditions. Rohtang Pass, near Manali in Himachal Pradesh, also remains covered in snow during this period. It’s a popular spot to enjoy those snowball fights or just mess around in the snow. In Kargil, Zoji La near Sonamarg also has some leftover snow, giving travellers one last taste of winter.
Even if it doesn’t snow, some places still give you that refreshing break from the heat. Sonamarg, Auli, and parts of North Sikkim stay cool throughout May, with temperatures ranging between 8°C to 18°C during the day. You might not see fresh snow, but the chill breeze and snow-covered peaks in the distance still make it worth the trip.
