10 Destinations in India Where Witnessing Snowfall Is Guaranteed

It’s just so fun to play in the snow, make snowmen and throw snowballs at others even when it numbs your hands while forming them! And if you are anything like me, you’re already looking for the places to see snowfall in India. I also know that it gets utterly disappointing when you visit a place with the hopes of revelling in the snow, but the weather fails you. Therefore, I made this list of top travel destinations in India where you are guaranteed to see snowfall in the winter season. Let’s go through it together, shall we?

Manali: For Outstanding Views and Chilling Vibes

The beginning of the November itself hints that there’ll be snowfall in Manali. Amongst the top tourist attractions, Manali is also people’s favourite destination to witness snowfall in Himachal Pradesh.

 

The best way to enjoy snowfall in Manali to either book a hotel/homestay in Old Manali and watch the snow forming a blanket out on the mountains right from your window or sit in one of the artsy cafes with a steaming mug of coffee or you know, the good ol’ Old Monk. The adventure enthusiasts can head to Solang Valley where many adventure activities like skiing await.

Mussoorie: For that Impregnable Stroll on the Mall Road

Another popular tourist destination, Mussoorie is a perfect destination to see snowfall in Uttarakhand. However, in order to witness a good amount of snowfall, it is best to plan a visit to Mussoorie between mid-December and mid-February.

 

While all the attractions in Mussoorie are open for the public in winter, nothing beats the experience of strolling on the Mall Road while it’s snowing.

Shimla: For the Best Family Holiday

When it comes to winter getaways, nothing matches the popularity of Shimla. Therefore, if you want to see snowfall in Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is not going to disappoint you.

 

The best time to plan your visit is however, between December and February but don’t be surprised if you see the city swarmed with tourists; like you many others consider Shimla to be the best place for a snow experience in Himachal.

Gulmarg: For the Best Skiing Experience

There’s much more to winter than making snowmen and snowballs. In destinations like Gulmarg in Kashmir, snow has an important role to play for skiers visiting from around the world. Gulmarg is widely-acclaimed as the best skiing destination in India, not only it has the best slopes, it greatly boasts one of India’s highest and longest cable car projects, Gulmarg Gondola.

 

Mid-January to late February is the best time for skiing in Gulmarg. The skiing in Gulmarg is open for both beginners and experienced individuals, I mean what more do you want?

Auli: For a Memorable Skiing Experience and Himalayan Views

Coming only second to Gulmarg, Auli in Uttarakhand is your best bet when it comes to witnessing snowfall in the winter season as well as enjoying skiing and snowboarding in India.

 

The place is also famous for one of the longest cable car rides in India starting from Joshimath. Auli is a beautiful destination with panoramic views of the Himalayan Peaks including the second tallest mountain in India, Nanda Devi (7816 m). January to February is the snowfall time in Auli.

Dhanaulti: For A Quiet Yet Fun Holiday

Even though Dhanaulti hasn’t gained as much popularity as its neighbouring hill station of Mussoorie, it surely is the best place for winter tourism. Dhanaulti is the kind of place where you can visit with family or a partner.

 

You can witness snowfall in Dhanaulti as early as December. We recommend booking your hotel in advance because even if the place is still lesser-known, it does see its share of heavy tourism in the winter season.

Narkanda: For Enjoying Snow to the Heart’s Content

Mostly treated as a pitstop to several travel destinations in Himachal, Narkanda lacks any potential of becoming the best winter place to see snow.

 

The snowfall here is mostly recorded in the month of December but then in November also, it is not an unusual sight. Narkanda is also gaining popularity gradually for offering an opportunity of skiing.

Zuluk: For the Best Peaceful Holiday

One of the popular holiday destinations to travel to in winter, Zuluk is located in East Sikkim. This place is one of the top-rated places in Northeast India to experience snowfall, peace and adventure in the lap of the Eastern Himalayan Range.

 

Also treated as one of the popular honeymoon destinations, Zuluk turns into a white meadow from December to February. Travel to Thambi Viewpoint, which is situated at 3,413 metres to enjoy the breathtaking moments of snowfall in Zuluk.

Ladakh: Best Place for The Adventurous Souls

Visiting Ladakh in winter offers magical moments to cherish forever. Having said that, winter in Ladakh is harsh and everything becomes frozen due to temperature falls, which sometimes become -30 degrees or -40 degrees at night.

 

But, once you land in the magical land, you will become surprised to notice how life goes on as usual in this cold land. The snow lands with the clear blue sky create a perfect combination of picture-perfect landscapes to capture and frame them in your living room to treasure for life.

Lambasingi: Only Place in South India where Snow Falls

In the local language, Lambasingi, which is located 100 kilometres away from Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh, means Korra Bayalu. The words mean “if someone stays out in the open they would freeze like a stick!”

And, it happens from November to January in the early morning (sometimes 4 AM to 9 AM). Temperature falls below sub-zero and snow starts falling to make Lambasingi a magical place to visit in winter in South India.