Kullu Weather September 2026: Fresh Snow on Peaks and Monsoon End Phase

Fresh Snow on Kullu and Lahaul Peaks on 18 September 2026

Amar Ujala bylined Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:06 AM IST reported fresh snowfall on the high peaks around Kullu and Lahaul. The report notes the world-famous Rohtang Pass and adjoining high ridges saw new snow, turning valleys white, with rain in Kullu and Chandraghati making the weather pleasant.

The report mentions 10 to 15 cm of fresh snowfall and that the Great Himalayan National Park areas around Manikaran and Tirthan also turned white after about five hours of snow and rain before clearing in the afternoon. Administration advice cited in the report urges locals and tourists to follow directions and check road conditions before travel given rapidly changing high-altitude weather source 1.

IMD Monsoon Outlook for Himachal Until 22 September 2026

A Live Hindustan forecast dated Sep 16, 2026 12:14 pm IST cites the India Meteorological Department. The monsoon is in its final phase and may remain active in the state until 22 September 2026, though no heavy rain warning is issued for that period.

The forecast said 17 and 18 September were expected to be more active with rain and thunder and lightning at several places, followed by a slowdown in monsoon activity from 19 to 22 September. The south-west monsoon is likely to withdraw from the state in the final week of September source 2.

Rainfall Trends for Kullu, Shimla and Chamba, 8 to 15 September

For 8 to 15 September, the IMD-based report notes the state received 31% less rain than normal. Only Kangra, Shimla and Una recorded more than normal rain in that window.

Shimla recorded 37% more rain than normal in that period. In contrast, Chamba was 67% below normal and Kullu was 32% below normal for 8 to 15 September. Seasonally, Himachal had received about 11% less rain than normal from June to date source 2.

Travel and Safety Notes for kullu weather, shimla weather and chamba weather

• High-altitude passes can close quickly with fresh snow; check IMD and local authorities for real-time updates.
• Snow and rain increase landslide and road closure risk, especially in Kullu, Lahaul and Chamba.
• Carry warm clothing as temperatures drop sharply with new snowfall on peaks.
• Avoid remote valley travel during active rain-thunder periods.