Located at an elevation of 1457m above sea level, is this little town of Dharamshala found in the Kangra District of the state of Himachal Pradesh. The town is divided into two parts, Upper Dharamshala and the lower Dharamshala. Upper Dharamshala is where you can explore the past of this quaint town and that is where Mcleodganj is located. On the other hand, the lower Dharamshala is where you can find the main markets, making it a commercial center. Offering different things to different tourists, both parts of the city is worth exploring. The main market of Dharamshala offers Tibetan culture, arts and crafts, and also some local Tibetan cuisines. Tourists plan their trip to Dharamshala mostly because of their curiosity to visit the Dalai Lama Temple as well as his residence. You may be surprised by the number of monks and Tibetans you might come across in the streets. Serenity and beauty surround this fascinating town, making it a hotspot for tourists wanting an escape from the daily hustle-bustle of their chaotic life. Mcleodganj, located at a distance of 5km from Dharamshala, is also a famous place where tourists plan their trips. Apart from the scenic beauty, Dharamshala has a historical past including the escape of the Dalai Lama from Lhasa. People keen on history and knowing the depths of the place often visit Dharamshala. It also offers opportunities for numerous adventure sports.

Dharamshala in Summers( April, May, June)

Summers in Dharamshala begin from the month of April as the snow starts melting due to rising temperatures. Making the weather pleasant, summers in Dharamshala are the best time for sight-seeing tours and trekking activities. During the summer season, the view of Dharamshala will take your breath away as the flowers bloom and lush greenery surrounds the region. Summers last till the month of June, making way to welcome the monsoon season. The maximum temperature in summers rises up to 32℃ in June and the minimum temperature drops to 6℃ in May.

Dharamshala in April: The maximum temperature in April is 23℃ and the minimum temperature is 12℃.

Dharamshala in May: The maximum temperature in May is 28℃ and the minimum temperature is 6℃.

Dharamshala in June: The maximum temperature in June is 32℃ and the minimum temperature is 20℃.

Dharamshala in Monsoon( July, August, September)

July marks the onset of the monsoon and brings heavy rainfall in Dharamshala lasting till August. Due to heavy rains, there may be road blockages and landslides in Dharamshala. There may be delays due to the condition of the weather. Tourists, however, visit the place even during this time because it provides a spectacular view and also hotels get cheaper due to low demand. Monsoon in Dharamshala lasts till the month of September with the highest temperature rising up to 27℃ in July and minimum temperature drops to 18℃ in the month of September.

Dharamshala in July: The maximum temperature in July is 27℃ and the minimum temperature is 20℃.

Dharamshala in August: The maximum temperature in August is 26℃ and the minimum temperature is 20℃.

Dharamshala in September: The maximum temperature in September is 26℃ and the minimum temperature is 18℃.

Dharamshala in Winters( October, November, December, January, February, March)

Winters are long in Dharamshala starting from the month of October, lasting till March. Winters here are cold but not freezing and that is a suitable time to visit Dharamshala. Snowfall begins by the last week of December. Snow trek to Triund is one of the popular adventure activities carried out during the winter season in Dharamshala. The maximum temperature in winter rises up to 25℃ and the minimum temperature drops to 5℃.

Dharamshala in October: The maximum temperature in October is 25℃ and the minimum temperature is 15℃.

Dharamshala in November: The maximum temperature in November is 21℃ and the minimum temperature is 11℃.

Dharamshala in December: The maximum temperature in December is 16℃ and the minimum temperature is 6℃.

Dharamshala in January: The maximum temperature in January is 13℃ and the minimum temperature is 5℃.

Dharamshala in February: The maximum temperature in February is 17℃ and the minimum temperature is 7℃.

Dharamshala in March: The maximum temperature in March is 17℃ and the minimum temperature is 8℃.

Thus the best time to visit Dharamshala is between February to July.