Himachal Pradesh Blanketed in Snow: Keylong Plunges to -0.1°C Amidst Widespread Chill

Winter has truly arrived in Himachal Pradesh, transforming its higher reaches into a picturesque, snow-covered wonderland. The popular tourist destination of Manali and its surrounding areas have received fresh snowfall, painting the landscape in pristine white and attracting visitors eager to experience the magic of a snowy retreat.

However, this beautiful scenery comes with a significant drop in temperatures across the state, bringing a severe chill to daily life.

Keylong, the administrative headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti district, recorded a bone-chilling minimum temperature of -0.1°C, making it the coldest place in Himachal Pradesh.

This intense cold is a clear indicator of the harsh winter conditions now gripping the region. Other parts of the state are also experiencing a considerable dip in mercury levels, forcing residents to bundle up and take all necessary precautions against the biting cold.

Shimla, the state capital, witnessed its minimum temperature settling at 6.0°C.

Dharamshala, known for its serene beauty, recorded a minimum of 6.2°C, while Palampur shivered at 4.5°C. Sundernagar registered 3.5°C, Bhuntar 3.4°C, Kalpa 1.8°C, Solan 4.0°C, Mandi 4.1°C, Bilaspur 6.0°C, Hamirpur 5.2°C, Chamba 5.1°C, Dalhousie 2.2°C, and Kufri 4.6°C. These figures highlight the pervasive cold spell affecting nearly all regions of Himachal Pradesh.

The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast indicating that the weather is likely to remain dry across the state for the next few days.

While this means a temporary reprieve from further snowfall in the immediate future, the cold wave is expected to persist, keeping temperatures low. Residents and tourists are advised to stay warm, wear multiple layers of clothing, and be cautious, especially when traveling to higher altitudes where conditions can be more extreme.

The serene beauty of a snow-laden Himachal awaits, but so does the deep winter chill.