Weather & Climate in Manāli, India
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Manāli has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 11.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,916 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
56°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,916 ft (2,108 m) |
| Area | 296.2 sq mi (767.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2574°N, 77.1748°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
162 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Mar 13, 2025 | 50 km SSW of Padam, India | M5.1 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 2011 | 41 km S of Padam, India | M5.1 | 98 km | 15 km |
| May 28, 2010 | 10 km SE of Rohru, India | M5.0 | 140 km | 19 km |
| Apr 4, 2024 | 33 km S of Padam, India | M5.0 | 107 km | 32 km |
| Jul 9, 2013 | 111 km ENE of Man?li, India | M5.0 | 111 km | 50 km |
| Feb 26, 2020 | 47 km NNE of Chamba, India | M5.0 | 118 km | 10 km |
| May 26, 2006 | 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India | M5.0 | 132 km | 67 km |
| Oct 8, 2012 | 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India | M4.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 2013 | 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India | M4.9 | 71 km | 41 km |
| Aug 21, 2014 | 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India | M4.9 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 2019 | 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India | M4.9 | 123 km | 44 km |
| Mar 24, 1995 | 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India | M4.9 | 116 km | 33 km |
| Jan 20, 1991 | 16 km SE of Banj?r, India | M4.9 | 85 km | 33 km |
| Oct 2, 2012 | 38 km WSW of Kyelang, India | M4.8 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Oct 14, 2001 | 5 km W of Chamba, India | M4.8 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Jul 4, 2005 | 25 km NE of Chamba, India | M4.8 | 96 km | 20 km |
| Apr 14, 2005 | 21 km E of Chamba, India | M4.8 | 84 km | 31 km |
| Sep 8, 2019 | 44 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India | M4.8 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2005 | 37 km W of Kyelang, India | M4.8 | 60 km | 12 km |
| Jun 17, 2000 | 83 km NE of Sar?han, India | M4.8 | 122 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | KANGRA, INDIA | Earthquake | - | 19,000 | 45 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.4 in |
Manāli has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 22°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (0.7").