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Early October Snowfall Blankets Indian Himalayas: Where to Witness Winter's First Flurries
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News18•29-09-2026, 11:49
Early October Snowfall Blankets Indian Himalayas: Where to Witness Winter's First Flurries
- •North India experiences early winter with temperatures dropping and first snowfall reported in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
- •Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, recorded the season's first snowfall, with light snow also seen around Rohtang Pass, Chitkul, Kuno Charang, and parts of the Dhauladhar range.
- •Higher reaches of Chamoli, including Hemkund Sahib, are blanketed in snow, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting more snowfall.
- •Rohtang Pass, Kinnaur, Dhauladhar Range, and Hemkund Sahib are key high-altitude locations to witness early October snow.
- •Travelers should check road and weather advisories, as conditions can change rapidly at high altitudes, potentially affecting access.
Key Questions Answered
Places in India that experience early snowfall in October include Kinnaur, Rohtang Pass, Chitkul, Kuno Charang, parts of the Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh, and the higher reaches of Chamoli including Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand.
North India is experiencing an early taste of winter and dipping temperatures following rain across several parts of the region.
The early rain and snow in parts of Himachal Pradesh have led to mudslides and shooting stones.
