The weather in the mountain states has changed sharply, and the wave of snowfall continues until early November. Heavy snowfall is observed in various districts of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir. Due to the continuous falling snow, a significant drop in temperature was recorded.
This sudden shift in weather has led to a sharp increase in cold across the entire mountain region.
November is considered a good month for travel. During this time, light cold begins to set in in the plains, while snowfall is expected in the mountains. If you want to see snowy mountains in November, you do not necessarily have to go abroad, as there are many beautiful places in India itself where you can see the first traces of snow.
Special attention should be paid to destinations located from Kashmir to Sikkim and Uttarakhand. Below are five such places.
Gulmarg in Kashmir is known for its snowfall. In November, the cold intensifies here, and snow may fall in high-altitude areas such as Apharwat Peak. Guests can take a gondola ride and enjoy picturesque mountain views.
Located further from Manali, in the Lahaul valley, Sissu is famous for its beauty. In November, snow can be seen around the high peaks here. Access is possible via the Atal Tunnel. It is a suitable place for mountain lovers due to its tranquil lifestyle.
If you are looking for something unusual for a trip, you should visit Tawang. The Pass village in this region is known for snowfall in November. In addition to beautiful lakes and mountains, you can visit the famous Tawang Monastery. An Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required for entry.
Lachung in Sikkim and the Yumthang Valley look incredibly beautiful in winter. In November, there is a possibility of snowfall in the high-altitude parts and in the Zero Point area. Here you can enjoy picturesque valleys against the backdrop of snowy mountains.
From Auli in Uttarakhand, magnificent views of Himalayan peaks, including Nanda Devi, open up. Temperatures rise in November here, and the first snowfall may begin in high-altitude zones. However, the period from December to February is more favorable for observing a good amount of snow.
It must be remembered that there is no guarantee of snowfall in these places in November. Before traveling, be sure to check information about the weather, road conditions, and necessary permits. During the trip, you should bring an extra warm jacket, socks, and shoes, as well as medication. If you want to see fresh and abundant snow, it is better to choose the period from December to February.
The weather in October has taken on such a cool character that it gives the impression that November has been skipped and December has already arrived. In some areas, temperatures are dropping due to rain, while the cold is intensifying in mountainous regions. The cause of these changes is a weak weather system associated with Cyclone Arnab and an active western disturbance.
According to meteorological service forecasts, rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in many parts of the country from October 30th until early November. Delhi recorded its coldest October day in four years on Thursday. Furthermore, rain is predicted in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and several southern states.
On Thursday, a significant drop in temperature occurred in Delhi due to rain and cloud cover. The maximum temperature at the Safdarjung weather station reached 25.4 degrees Celsius, which is 6 degrees below normal. The previous day, Wednesday, the maximum temperature was 31.8 degrees Celsius. Earlier, on October 8, 2022, the maximum temperature in Delhi also dropped due to rain, reaching 23.4 degrees Celsius. Thus, Thursday became the coldest October day in four years.
Despite the decrease in daytime temperatures, nighttime temperatures continued to rise. The minimum temperature in Safdarjung was 19.2 degrees Celsius, which is 3 degrees above normal; the previous day it was 15.7 degrees Celsius. This is due to cloud cover. On Thursday, light or very weak rains occurred in different parts of Delhi: 0.5 millimeters fell in Safdarjung, and 1 millimeter fell in Palm. In the Jhorra Kalan area southwest of Delhi, 44 millimeters fell, and in Pitampure, 4 millimeters fell.
The meteorological service reports that light rain and strong winds are also possible in Delhi on October 30th. After this, the weather is expected to improve from October 31st. In the following week, daytime temperatures may rise, while nighttime temperatures will begin to decrease.
According to Mahesh Palawat, Vice President of SkyMet, several weather systems are active simultaneously in North India. The western disturbance is influencing the mountainous regions. Additionally, a cyclonic circulation has formed over northern Haryana. Cyclone Arnab has weakened and turned into a low-pressure area around Chhattisgarh and Odisha. This causes moist air from the Bay of Bengal to move towards North India.
Due to all these factors, cloudiness and rain have been observed in Delhi and other parts of North India. Mahesh Palawat noted that starting from October 31st, the influence of these weather systems will begin to weaken, which may lead to an increase in daytime temperatures. However, there is a possibility of another drop in maximum temperature in the second half of November.
According to IMD, rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in many states of North India on October 30th. There is also a possibility of hail in some areas. Rain and thunderstorms are possible in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on October 30th. It is forecasted that rains will occur in various places in Himachal Pradesh until November 2nd. In Uttarakhand, heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning may occur in some areas on October 30th.
Rain and strong winds are expected in Punjab on October 30th. Similarly, thunderstorms and strong winds are forecast in Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi, with hail also possible in some places. The weather in Uttar Pradesh will also change. Very heavy rains are possible in eastern Uttar Pradesh until October 30th, and from October 31st to November 4th, rain is expected in various areas. Rains will persist in western Uttar Pradesh until October 30th.
Northern states of East India will also face a rainy season. According to IMD, rain is possible in Bihar until October 30th, with very heavy rain forecasted for northern Bihar on that day. Furthermore, precipitation is expected in various parts of Bihar from October 31st to November 4th.
Jharkhand expects heavy rain on October 30th. In the plains of West Bengal and sub-Himalayan West Bengal, rain is possible until October 31st, after which light to moderate rain is expected in some places in early November. A new rainy period may begin in Odisha from November 1st. The meteorological service warns of possible heavy rain on November 1st, very heavy rain on November 2nd, and heavy rain in some areas on November 3rd. Heavy rains are expected in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on October 31st. Temperature increase is expected in South India in early November.
According to the meteorological service forecast, the weather in the state of Uttarakhand may change between October 23 and 26. There is a possibility of light rain in some mountainous parts of the region, and snowfall is possible in areas at altitudes of 3500 meters and above.
According to the meteorological service data, light or weak rain is expected in some places of the districts of Uttarkashi, Rudprayag, Chamoli, and Pithoragarh on October 23. Uttarkashi, Rudprayag, and Chamoli belong to the Garhwal division, while Pithoragarh belongs to the Kumaon division. It is important to note that rain is not expected in all areas of these districts, but will be limited to certain places.
The meteorological service also predicts snowfall in areas at altitudes of 3500 meters and above in these districts. As altitude increases in the mountains, the cold intensifies, so there is a possibility of snowfall in high-altitude zones. Therefore, people planning a trip to the mountains should familiarize themselves with the weather forecast in advance. With deteriorating weather conditions, travel on mountain roads may become difficult.
The meteorological service has predicted a change in weather in Uttarakhand over four days, from October 23 to 26. However, the available information specifies details about the locations of rain and snowfall only for October 23. To get information about the weather on subsequent days, one must follow new updates from the meteorological service.
Overall, during the next four days, rains and snowfalls are possible in some mountainous regions of Uttarakhand. Light rain is forecasted in four districts and snowfall in areas above 3500 meters. Those who are going to the mountains are strongly advised to check the weather forecast before starting the trip.
