Manali is one of most enthralling tourist spot of north India. Serene Jungle, youthful streams and snow covered mountains makes it a nice package of peaceful holidays. In the month of April Manali valley become fragrant with wild flowers of spring. You see a carpet of yellow, purple, red and white wild flowers. Most of the flowers used in Ayurveda as herbs, many herbs are very rare and expensive. You can also see many wild fruits grow only during this season.
Temperature History
April is the month when people start enjoying the sunshine after freezing winters. The flora of Manali starts showing best of its existence in this month. This is also considered the best time to travel Manali. Temperature used to be very pleasant and streets are less crowded. Maximum temperature range 24 O C to 27 O C, minimum temperature starts fluctuating between 10 O C to 12 O C. You can explore the local market, Mall road wearing summer clothes.
Activities
In the month of April tourists can do maximum of activities organized at various locations in Manali. Paragliding can be done at Solang Valley and Gulaba. White river rafting and river crossing can be done at many sights between Kullu and Manali. Skiing, Zorbing, Quad bike riding can be done at snow point at Manali. Yak riding and horse riding can be done around Hadimba Temple.
Month | Period | Mean Temperature oC Maximum | Mean Temperature oC Minimum | Mean Rainfall in mm |
April | 1968-2003 | 21.9 | 5.9 | 103.7 |
Travel Tips
April month is mid of spring and begin of summer. You can enjoy weather in summer clothes in Manali town. Manali is valley so you would not feel any cold during this season. Cold wind only going to touch your body while travelling to Snow Point at Manali Leh highway. You can rent clothes whenever you are going to visit snow point. You should not carry any heavy woollens and jackets.
However April is the time when not much tourist visit Manali. After 15th April Manali town starts getting crowded. Tourist should make advance reservation of hotel before their arrival to avoid last minute hassles.