December · India
Best time to visit Manali in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Manali in December
Average temperature -7°C, 17 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.7/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- -7°C
- Rainfall
- 17 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Manali scores 7.7/10 for snow and ski travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around -7°C, 17 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Manali sits in the Kullu valley beneath the Rohtang pass, with orchards, temples and Himalayan trails.
December in Manali — reliably good (5th best month)
December averages -7°C (19°F) — deep-winter cold that dictates the whole trip: short outdoor stints, indoor plans on standby, and no expectation of long walking days.
Precipitation is light at 17 mm (mostly snow at altitude), with about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? March scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Manali in December?
- In December, Manali averages -7°C, 17 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Manali?
- December earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Manali in December?
- Expect about 17 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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