Himachal Pradesh is spread across valleys with many perennial rivers flowing through them. Covering an area of 55,673 square kilometers, it is a mountainous state. Most of the state lies on the foothills of the Dhauladhar Range.
Broadly, Himachal experiences three seasons: summer, winter, and rainy season. Summer lasts from mid-April till the end of June and most parts become very hot with the average temperature ranging from 28 to 32 °C. Winter lasts from late November till mid-March.
Due to extreme variation in elevation, great variation occurs in the climatic conditions of the Himachal. The climate varies from hot and sub-humid tropical. As with more elevation, cold, alpine, and glacial in the northern and eastern mountain ranges. The state’s winter capital, Dharamshala receives very heavy rainfall, while areas like Lahaul and Spiti are cold and almost rainless.
Summers and early winters are the best time for destination weddings in all of Himachal. You can also do an early winter wedding in Shimla and Manali. This would be apt if you want to tie the knot with a snow background. Places like Kasauli and Solan are best throughout winters as they don’t receive any snowfall. But do keep in mind it does get very cold in these two places.
The monsoon season is a big no-no due to landslides and off course rain. The roads are shut for days.
