Kulu, India
Himachal Pradesh · India
Kulu is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 18,536. Elevation: 4,068 ft (1,240 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,536 |
| Population Density | 58 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,068 ft (1,240 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.9584°, 77.1082° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Himachal Pradesh |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.0 inches (1,448 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kulu
Kulu is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 18,536. The city sits at an elevation of 4,068 feet (1,240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Kulu
Kulu has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.2°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above India avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,068 ft (1,240 m) |
| Area | 319.3 sq mi (827.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9584°N, 77.1082°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | KANGRA, INDIA | Earthquake | - | 19,000 | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 10.0 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in |
Kulu has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 71°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and November the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Kulu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Degree College - Kullu | College | - | , |
| Indian Agriculture Research Institute - IARI Regional Station | College | - | , |
Schools in Kulu
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Primary School, Gramang | - | - | - | - |
| Goverment Senior Secondary School, Shalang | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary school Himri | - | - | - | - |
| Shajuni Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kulu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roerich Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Urusvati Folk & Art Museum |
Libraries in Kulu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Nook | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kulu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhuntar Market | |||||
| Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Kulu
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kulu
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kulu
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kulu
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kulu
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kulu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kulu
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kulu
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kulu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kulu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kullu Manali Airport | KUU | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kulu
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bain Rishi Mandir | |
| Bijli Mahadev Temple | |
| Bijli Mahadev temple | |
| Fungni Top | |
| Gurudwara | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Jagnnathi Mata Temple | |
| Jamdagni Rishi Mandir | |
| Lorhi Achhri Mandir | |
| Mandir | |
| Mandir | |
| Mandir | |
| Panchali Narayan Temple | |
| Panchali Narayan Temple | |
| Raghunathji Mandir | |
| Sheetla Mata Mandir | |
| Shojri mata temple | |
| Shri Mahadevi Tirth Sathan | |
| Temple |
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UFO Sightings Near Kulu
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Kulu.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kullu | 2006 | I was drving in the District of KULLU in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India.I observed the pitch black night sky, when i notice |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kulu
What is the population of Kulu?
Kulu has a population of 18,536 residents and is located in India. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 319.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kulu?
Kulu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches.
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