Manali
Manali is a town in Himachal Pradesh, India, on the Beas River, used as a base for Solang Valley and the high road to Ladakh.
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Manali is a town at about 2,000 meters in the Beas River valley of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, in northern India. It has two main areas. Old Manali, a few kilometers north, is a village of wooden houses, cafés and trailheads. Mall Road, in the newer center, has hotels, shops and restaurants. Hadimba Temple, a wooden shrine in a cedar forest, is one of the older sights nearby.
Manali works well as a base for the valleys around it. Solang Valley, about 14 kilometers up the valley from town, has snow for skiing in winter and paragliding in warmer months. The road north passes through the Atal Tunnel under Rohtang Pass toward Lahaul, and in summer it continues to Leh in Ladakh. Plan at least two or three nights for the town and its valleys. Spring and autumn have the easiest weather. Winter brings snow and road closures, and the Leh road is open only in the warmer months.
Manali in five
- Plan the road in daylightThe drive from Delhi or Chandigarh is long and winding. Many take an overnight bus or a daytime car with a driver, and allow time for landslide delays in the rainy months.Chandigarh
- Base in Old Manali for cafés, Mall Road for easeOld Manali is quieter and café-led across the river, while the Mall Road side has more hotels and shops. Pick based on whether you want atmosphere or easy transport.
- Check Rohtang and tunnel access before you goThe Atal Tunnel gives all-season access to Lahaul, while Rohtang Pass has its own permit and closure rules. Confirm current arrangements locally.
- Check the Leh road if you go northThe Manali to Leh highway opens only in the warmer months and takes about two days with an overnight stop. Confirm status with your driver before you leave.Leh
- Avoid peak weekendsWeekends and holiday weeks bring heavy traffic to the valley. Book mid-week stays and avoid the Mall Road on busy evenings.Shimla
Things to do in Manali
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Need to know
- Airport
- Kullu-Manali (KUU) at Bhuntar, about 50 km, limited flights
- Getting there
- Road from Chandigarh (about 8 to 9 hours) or an overnight bus from Delhi
- Getting around
- Taxis, local buses and walking in town
- Best base
- Old Manali for cafés; Mall Road area for hotels
- Time needed
- 3 to 4 nights
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Snowy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryPartly cloudy8 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh12°Low0°Snow, coldJanuaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 12°
- Low
- 0°
- Precipitation
- 86 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, cold
- FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh14°Low2°Snow, coldFebruaryPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 2°
- Precipitation
- 88 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, cold
- MarchRain14 rainy daysHigh18°Low6°Late snowMarchRain
Good
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 6°
- Precipitation
- 107 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Late snow
- AprilRain13 rainy daysHigh23°Low10°Spring, pleasantAprilRain
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 94 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring, pleasant
- MayRain16 rainy daysHigh25°Low13°Warm, busyMayRain
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 114 mm
- Rainy days
- 16
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, busy
- JuneRain18 rainy daysHigh27°Low16°Warm, Leh roadJuneRain
Mixed
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 183 mm
- Rainy days
- 18
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, Leh road
- JulyRain29 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh24°Low17°Monsoon, slidesJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 379 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Monsoon, slides
- AugustRain29 rainy daysHigh24°Low17°Monsoon, slidesAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 338 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Monsoon, slides
- SeptemberRain20 rainy daysHigh23°Low14°Clear, calmerSeptemberRain
Good
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 168 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Clear, calmer
- OctoberClear6 rainy daysHigh21°Low10°Autumn colorOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 30 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Autumn color
- NovemberClear4 rainy daysHigh18°Low6°Cold, quietNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 6°
- Precipitation
- 21 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, quiet
- DecemberClear4 rainy daysHigh15°Low3°Snow, busyDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 3°
- Precipitation
- 22 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Snow, busy
Average daily high and low in Manali, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Manali
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- -8°
- Humidity
- 62%
- Wind
- 18 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 0%
Manali
02:06 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today20°5°0%Tuesday: Partly cloudy. High 20°, Low 5°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Wed20°6°2%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 20°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Thu21°6°4%Thursday: Fog. High 21°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 4%.
- Fri21°7°0%Friday: Fog. High 21°, Low 7°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat20°6°0%Saturday: Clear. High 20°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sun20°6°0%Sunday: Clear. High 20°, Low 6°. Chance of rain 0%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 95.08 INR
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Solang Valleyabout 45 min by roadA meadow and ski-slope base for paragliding, zorbing and winter snow.
- Naggarabout 1 hour by roadA small village with a castle, an art gallery and quieter Himalayan views.
- Sissu and Lahaulabout 1.5 hours via the Atal TunnelThe first high-valley stop beyond the tunnel, with waterfalls and farmland.
Before you go to Manali
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Rules for Manali, checked
- Foreign nationals need a valid Indian visa. Check eligibility and apply only through the official e-Visa portal.Source
- Hotels record passport details for every guest. Carry your passport and visa for check-in.Source
- Cannabis and charas are illegal in India, even where shops sell them openly in Manali. Possession can lead to arrest.Source
- Roads to Rohtang Pass, Lahaul and Spiti close for long stretches in winter. Check current road status before you leave.Source
Plan around Manali
Entry rules, regions and trip planning
Read the guideShimlaThe colonial hill station, farther south
Read the guideDharamsalaTibetan culture and Dhauladhar views
Read the guideMcleod GanjCafés and trails above Dharamsala
Read the guideLehThe high-desert end of the Manali road
Read the guideChandigarhThe planned city and usual gateway by air
Read the guideManali FAQ
How many days do you need in Manali?
Three to four nights cover Old Manali, Hadimba Temple, Solang Valley and a day in the Beas valley. Add more if you plan to continue to Lahaul or Leh.
What is the best time to visit Manali?
April to June and September to October for pleasant weather and open roads. December to February is for snow, and July and August bring monsoon landslides.
How do you get to Manali from Delhi?
By overnight bus or car in roughly 12 to 14 hours, or fly to Kullu-Manali and drive the last 50 km. Check bus and flight schedules on the day, and allow delay time in the monsoon.
Is Manali worth visiting?
Yes for mountain scenery, cafés and activities, though it is crowded in peak weeks. Go outside weekends, and choose Old Manali or a quieter nearby village for more calm.
Can you drive from Manali to Leh?
Yes, in the open months and in about two days with an overnight halt. The road is high and rough, so a driver who knows it is wise; check conditions first.