Snowfall Places in India in January
If visiting a snowy region in January has been on your bucket list for years and you think that only Switzerland can fulfill your dreams, then we have some exciting updates for you! Our beloved motherland has some exotic places that get covered knee-deep with winter snow. A visit to these places will not burn a hole in your pocket and you get to travel to some beautiful, virgin lands in your own country. Here is a list of the most spectacular places in India that receive generous winter snowfall.
These places have the most bewitching sceneries from December to February when the snowfall is quite dense. The accumulated snow starts melting away from March to November and these regions experience beautiful Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons. But, if you want to feel the light and feathery snowflakes falling on you, then January is the best time to visit these places.
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Best Snowfall Places in India
1. Pahalgam and Gulmarg
Known as the best places for snowfall in India, these crowning glories of Kashmir paint quite a pretty picture in all seasons. Yet, the winter glory in January is all about white landscapes, pine trees, and sloping roofs. Gulmarg gets quite crowded in the winter for those who love skiing. The Gondola ride in Gulmarg is the highlight of this season via which one can feast their eyes over vast expanses of pristine white lands. The average temperature is around 3 degrees Celsius, but it falls below zero in the evenings.
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2. Patnitop
Nestled in the neighboring state of Kashmir, this Jammu town is famous amongst nature lovers. Religious tourists throng Patnitop in January to visit the famous temple of Vaishnav Mata, a Hindu Goddess. Tourists can enjoy the breathtaking apple orchards and go trekking on the famous mountain circuits. Paragliding and golfing are some of the other key attractions here. The average temperature here is mostly 5 degrees Celcius.
3. Ladakh
Mostly famous amongst bikers for the beautiful roads and sprawling stretches of mountains, land, and virgin territories, Ladakh is a lesser-known gem of India. The state takes on a completely different form in the winters, being covered with a blanket of snow throughout. Most locals leave the state in winters in search of greener pastures as the temperatures fall below -20 degrees Celcius and survival gets tough. The frozen Pangong lake is a sight to behold. The BongBong La Snow Valley and the Ladakhi Losar are some of the key attractions here in January.
4. Nainital
Nainital is a small hill station in Uttarakhand where the temperature falls below 6 degrees in January. Tourists flock to this picturesque place in January to enjoy the freezing weather and the bustling activities. Visit the famous Nainital lake and Nainital Zoo, and enjoy the local Ras cuisine. The town looks breathtaking when covered with snow in January.
5. Auli
If you are seeking snowboarding fun in India, then Auli is the place for you! One of the best hill stations in India to give you a Swiss feel, Auli gets thronged by ski lovers in winter. The tantalizing slopes and the rustic cottages here make it a much-preferred winter holiday destination in Uttarakhand. A ride in the cable car here gives you a lovely panoramic view of the landscapes. When dressed in white snow in winter, Auli looks like a mini-Switzerland of India.
6. Munsiyari
Another untouched hill station of Uttarakhand, Munsiyari is ideal for those seeking peace and tranquility amidst nature. This quaint little town receives a pearl white dust shower every winter and looks breathtaking in winter. If you want to experience snowfall away from the hustle and bustle of city life, then Munsiyari is the ideal place for you. The magnificent peaks of Panchchuli, the weird Maheshwari Kund, and the beautiful Rhododendron gardens here give this place a magical charm. The temperatures fall below 5 degrees Celcius in winter.
7. Chopta
An unsung village in Uttarakhand, Chopta houses the famous Deoriatal Chandrashila Snow trek which is a haven for adventure freaks and snow-lovers. Few tourists who have heard about this come here in January to enjoy the snowfall, go snowboarding, and snow trekking. The temperature falls below 3 degrees Celcius in winter. It is quite close to the religious city of Haridwar.
These are some surreal places in Kashmir, Jammu, Ladakh, and Uttarakhand which are famous for snowfalls in January. There are a few other places in East India and Himachal Pradesh as well that experience a lovely snowfall in January in India.
