Rain, snowfall likely in Himachal from November 10

The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shimla, has predicted rain and snowfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh from November 10, following dry weather on November 8 and 9. Hindustan Times reports that higher reaches are likely to receive rain and snowfall from November 10, while middle hill areas may see showers from November 11. Precipitation is expected across the state on November 12 and 13, with snowfall likely in the higher reaches.

The Times of India adds that a fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from November 10, bringing light rain or snowfall at isolated places on November 10 and 11, and light to moderate precipitation at a few places on November 12 and 13. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places on November 12 and 13. Minimum temperatures are likely to remain unchanged for two to three days before dropping by 2 to 4°C over the subsequent two to three days.

Kukumseri in Lahaul-Spiti recorded the state's lowest minimum temperature at minus 2.5°C on Saturday, 7 November. Una registered the highest maximum at 33.4°C, according to The Times of India. Himachal has recorded a 2% rainfall deficit during the post-monsoon season, with 29 mm actual precipitation against a normal of 29.5 mm from October 1 to November 7, Hindustan Times reports.

Update, 8 November 2026: The Times of India adds that a fresh western disturbance is likely to bring the rain and snowfall, and reports that Una registered the highest maximum temperature at 33.4°C on Saturday (7 November). Hindustan Times provides district-wise rainfall deficit figures, with Sirmaur recording the highest deficit of 41% and Kangra the highest excess of 98%.