The chill is already being felt in the hill stations of North India including the plains. Minimums in some of the hill stations have already recorded as low as 2ºC. So, those who love winter and can spare some time from their busy schedule can head for the hills. This is the best time in terms of weather in the hill stations as the Southwest Monsoon has withdrawn and the Western Disturbances if they form will not be very strong. The weather will largely remain the same for at least another week.
Here we start with the weather of Shimla, one of the most popular hill stations in North India.
Shimla: The weather conditions in Shimla are pleasant with maximum recording 20ºC on Thursday. Minimum was a little cold at 10ºC, recorded on Friday morning. There isn't much weather activity expected in the city for the next 4-5 days. Temperatures will also remain at comfortable levels. It is therefore one of the best time to visit this picturesque place, especially for wanting to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Manali: Minimums in Manali have taken a huge dip. The hilly town recorded 26ºC as the maximum temperature on Thursday morning, while the minimum settled at 8ºC on Friday morning. Minimums are going to remain in single digits for the coming few days. Day temperature may rise to settle in the mid 20s.
Nainital: The weather in Nainital is almost similar to that in Shimla. Maximums have been settling close to 20ºC, while the minimus are hovering around 10ºC. Here too the weather will not witness any major change for another 6-7 days.
Gulmarg: The weather in Gulmarg is freezing cold. The minimum temperature in this picturesque hilly town settled at 1.5ºC on Friday morning. The maximum temperature on Thursday wasn't any better either. The day temperature settled at a chilling 8ºC. The temperatures are going to remain in the same levels now with marginal fluctuations.
Srinagar: The minimum temperature in Srinagar was a shade better at 5ºC on Friday morning. Maximum settled at a very comfortable level of 20ºC on Thursday. We can expect a further drop in day temperatures in the coming days but minimums will remain in single digit.
