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India's Cold Desert: Temperatures Plummet to -35 Degrees in This Unique Region
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News18•22-09-2026, 13:17
India's Cold Desert: Temperatures Plummet to -35 Degrees in This Unique Region
- •India's cold desert is located in the Leh district of Ladakh, where temperatures can drop to -35 degrees Celsius.
- •Situated at an altitude of 3,000 to 3,500 meters, the region experiences very low rainfall due to the Great Himalayan ranges blocking monsoon winds.
- •Leh is India's second-largest district by area, covering approximately 45,110 square kilometers.
- •The Nubra Valley features sand dunes and two-humped Bactrian camels, believed to be linked to the ancient Silk Road trade routes.
- •Key attractions include Pangong Tso lake, Leh Palace, Hemis Monastery, and Thiksey Monastery, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Key Questions Answered
India's unique cold desert is located in the Leh district of Ladakh. During the winter season, extreme weather conditions cause temperatures to drop to around -20 to -35 degrees Celsius.
This area sits behind the Great Himalayan mountain ranges, which block monsoon winds from easily reaching the region and result in very little rainfall.
Nubra Valley features sand dunes nestled amidst cold and arid mountainous terrain, along with two-humped Bactrian camels that tourists can see walking on sand dunes near snowy mountains.
