Best Time to Visit Leh

Although there are three seasons in Leh, summer, monsoon & winter, the monsoon is negligible since Leh is located at such a high altitude & it’s a rain shadow area. During summer, the weather is cool & pleasant, while the winters are extremely cold and bring snowfall.

When to Visit Leh for Holidays?

Mid-June to September is the best time to visit Leh, when the weather is cool and pleasant & offers the best conditions for having a wonderful time. Leh has no monsoon, while the winters are extremely cold.

Climate in Leh

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Summer Season (March till June, Temperature -1°C to 15°C)

The summer season is the best time to visit Leh as the weather is pleasant & perfect for sightseeing. Much of the snow begins melting by the month of May. Apart from sightseeing, the Hemis Festival is held during the month of June.

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Monsoon Season (July to September, Temperature 15°C to 35°C)

Unlike the rest of India, Leh does not receive much rainfall during the monsoon. This is also a great time to visit Leh to enjoy sightseeing.

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Winter Season (late October to February, Temperature -2°C to -14°C)

It is not advisable to visit Leh during winters, as both the Leh-Srinagar Highway & Leh-Manali Highway remain closed because of excessive snowfall.