SANGLA, like all the other beautiful ranges has a wave of seasons. These seasons range not only in a chronological order but also in terms of festive seasons, adventure seasons, crop seasons, etc. The basic climates also differs every 3-4 months. But, what amazes the tourists is, almost every climate has its own advantages for a trip to Sangla.
Let’s look into the various climate approvals of Sangla, followed by the complementary seasons:
The climate as a whole is quite pleasant throughout the year, though the winters are a bit rough. Summers are comparatively less hot, ranging from 8-30℃. The hilltops are warm and the Sun shines great in the morning. Monsoon season brings in a lesser amount of rainfall and are moderate. The winters are generally not recommended as a visiting tenure because of the extremely cold temperature between (-10)-10℃ and a substantial amount of snowfall. The best prescribed seasons are during summers and monsoon.
If we start looking through the months in particular, we would notice:
March-April
This season sees the start of snow melting and the flowers in apple orchards. This is the perfect time to see snow-caped peaks of Kinnaur and enjoy the colors of the beautiful landscapes of the Himalayas. By second week of March, the road to Chitkul also opens, and the Baspa River emits some beautiful colors of itself. Before the starting of May, the place is more likely to be free and thus, a good step out for tourists.
May-June-July
The road from Manali to Spiti Valley opens during the months of May-July and thus are the peak months to visit Kinnaur and Spiti Valley. Majority of the link roads to the sightseeing places in the region and also, since, it is the time of summer holidays, maximum families get attracted to the hilly regions. Tourists travel to the Himalayas in search fresh cool breeze to get relieve from the scorching heat of the Sun.
One of the major concerns while traveling to Spiti Valley is to leave early morning to avoid the heavy water flow in water crossings.
August
August is the major monsoon period and hence, the roads are in a bad state as compared to the rest of the year. Spiti Valley falls in the Trans Himalayan region, which is generally covered with rain and quite often gets drizzles and overcast skies. While planning a trip during monsoon, always keep buffer time in hand to sudden delays and easy modifications.
The Apple season in the lower Himachal and Kinnaur starts in the end of August and September starting. One may just get some cartons loaded with Kinnaur apples to serve a feast.
September-October-November
The road starts to heal up by these months and one of the best times to visit the Kinnaur Valley. The valley spreads amazing calmness with the shades of orange on trees, and to compliment that are the shades of blue and sparkle in the rivers.
December-January-February
The winter falls in from the month of December and the road to Chitkul closes down for 4 months due to heavy snowfall and sometimes, it even extends. If you’re planning for higher Kinnaur Valley like Nako, Hangrang, etc. then you need to go through a lot of ice on the roads, power cuts and at extreme freezing conditions. Kinnaur Valley is a better choice than Spiti Valley in winters.
All in all, if you are in love with snow, colours and blooming flowers then visit in March-April. If your reason for visit is the scorching heat of the Sun, then move in May-July and camp on the river sides. Apples of Kinnaur may also be an important interaction for the tourists and thus, September-November and ending with snow in winters.
But, to add on to the recommendations, it’s always better to check weather updates before starting the jouney.
Festive Seasons in Sangla, are celebrated religiously with great delight. The colourful framework of events act as a major attraction for the tourists and exudes a sense of unity and brotherhood among everyone.
Crop Seasons on the other hand are a major eye catcher for global demand, which includes the apple season which starts by the end of September. Buckwheat, pea, rajma add on to the major crops. The spring season sees apricot blossoms.
Adventure Season of Sangla includes the Ruptin Trek which is best to be carried out between March-October excluding the monsoon season.
These seasons summarize the whole essence of Sangla Tour and tourists respectively choose their visiting seasons depending on climate, festive, adventure or crops. Next time you choose a season, don’t forget to get a read.
Kamroo,
Sangla Valley,
Tehsil Sangla,
Distt: Kinnaur,
Himachal Pradesh (India).
