# Rohtang snow, Solang rain, Suraj Tal lake freezes, yellow alert in 5 districts 2026-11-11T22:16:53+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet A western disturbance has changed the weather in Himachal Pradesh, bringing snowfall to the Rohtang Pass and rain to Solang Nala and the Atal Tunnel area in Manali. The famous Suraj Tal lake, located at an altitude of 16,500 feet near the Baralacha Pass in Lahaul-Spiti, has begun to freeze and its size is shrinking. The weather department has issued a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms in five districts. Koksar in Lahaul valley and the south portal area of the Atal Tunnel also experienced light drizzle. Shimla remained cloudy throughout the day. The cold has intensified in higher altitudes as winter sets in. ## Indian Opinion Analysis The freezing of Suraj Tal lake marks the onset of severe winter in Lahaul-Spiti, affecting local residents and tourists who visit the region. The yellow alert for five districts signals possible disruption to travel and outdoor activities. The weather department's advisory leaves unanswered how much longer the tourist season in Manali and nearby areas can continue before heavy snow blocks roads and the Atal Tunnel. ## Coverage - amarujala.com Straight weather report with no political or editorial slant This brief was synthesised by AI from the source linked above. Tags: Atal Tunnel, Himachal Pradesh, Manali, Rohtang Pass, Suraj Tal Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/rohtang-snow-solang-rain-suraj-tal-lake-freezes-yellow-alert-in-5-districts/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/rohtang-snow-solang-rain-suraj-tal-lake-freezes-yellow-alert-in-5-districts/#story-in-brief How this brief was made: an AI model read the report linked above and wrote this summary and analysis, which were published automatically. Published briefs are sampled every hour by an automated quality check; the editor verifies its findings and approves corrections, and corrected briefs carry a dated correction line. We do no original reporting. Methodology: https://indianopinion.org/ai-use-policy/