Situated on the bank of the Parvati River, Kasol is one of the most popular hill stations in the country. Kasol is famous for its, pleasant climate, adventurous treks, laid-back cafes, hidden villages, raven parties and hippie culture.
Due to pleasant weather conditions, Kasol is a year-round destination. However, the best time to visit Kasol is different for different people depending on the agenda to visit Kasol. And here we come up with a complete guide on the best time to visit Kasol with all three seasons summer, monsoon and winter so you can plan your trip according to comfort and budget. So let’s find out the best time to visit Kasol on the basis of festivals, seasons and activities –
Best Time To Visit Kasol:
The best time to visit Kasol is from March to June when the weather becomes pleasant to enjoy the sightseeing and all the activities including trekking, hiking and camping. This is the time when lots of adventure junkie heads towards Kasol for trekking, especially for the Kheerganga trek.
| Seasons | Conditions and Our Recommendations | Avg. Temperature |
| Summer | Pleasant weather conditions – Best time to visit | 20 to 32 Deg Celsius |
| Monsoon | Off-season due to unpredictable weather – Cheapest time to visit | 22 to 35 Deg Celsius |
| Winter | Harsh weather conditions, heavy snowfall and frequent road blocks – Best time for snowfall in Kasol | 2 to 15 Deg Celsius |
Kasol in Summer (March to June):
Summer is the best season to visit Kasol when the temperature becomes comfortable to enjoy local sightseeing and nearby villages like Chalal, Tosh, Malana, Pulga, Kalga and Rasol.
The temperature of Kasol in summer ranges from 25 to 32 deg Celsius in the daytime and 17 to 25 at night. The skies remain clear which makes it a perfect time to enjoy the picture-perfect scenery of Kasol, especially from the mountain passes.
Summer is also the best time to visit Kasol for honeymoon couples.
During this time many people visit Kasol to get rid of the heat of summer. It looks completely magical when the green carpet of nature covers the entire landscape and high mountain ranges. Therefore, this is the peak time for traveling to Kasol.
Best places to visit and things to do in Kasol in Summer:
- Enjoy local sightseeing including Kasol Nature Park, Parvati river, Manikaran, and Freedom cafe
- Explore the nearby villages including Chalal, Rasol, Tosh, Malana, Kalga, Pulga and Grahan.
- Trek to Kheerganga.
- Go for cafe hopping.
Kasol in Monsoon (July to September):
The unpredictable weather, heavy rain and risk of landslides make monsoon the off-season for traveling to Kasol. The temperature in the monsoon ranges from 20 to 30 degrees Celsius.
If showers of rain don’t bother you then this is the perfect time to visit Kasol when the green foggy landscape welcomes you with the thundering sound of the Parvati river.
Due to the off-season, lots of people skip their plan to visit the hilly regions which means you’ll get ample space to enjoy the tranquil surroundings of this place. If you’re looking for a lazy, relaxing and peaceful holiday in Kasol then monsoon is the best season to go.
For budget travelers, this is the ideal time to visit Kasol. Due to off-season and low crowds, the price of hotels, cafes, and transport get 20% off as compared to peak season. Therefore, July to September is the cheapest time to visit Kasol.
Things to do in Kasol in Monsoon –
- Enjoy the sightseeing.
- Capture some amazing instagrammable shots.
- Go for long nature walk.
- Bird watching.
- Spend some lazy time in the evening on the bank of Parvati river.
- Trout fishing.
Note: Floods, landslides, cloudbursts and flash floods are common during this time and sometimes can be life-threatening as well. The roads in mountains become trickier to travel. Therefore, it is good to check whether before traveling to Kasol in monsoon, or maybe you can avoid it.
Kasol in winter (October to February):
Kasol looks completely magical in winter when the thick white layer of snow covers the lush green landscape. But the harsh weather conditions and frequent road blocks make it is least advisable time to go to Kasol. As no one wants to go on that vacation where they get stuck in road block for hours.
If the low temperature doesn’t bother you and have enough time then winter is the perfect time to go to Kasol. This is the time when you can enjoy the live snowfall in kasol.
In winter the temperature of Kasol varies around 2 to 15 deg Celsius but during the night & in the early morning it can even drop to 0 deg or in minus too. So it’s good to bring all your warm jackets and sweater.
Tips – From 15th December to 15th January, you’ll get expensive deals on Hotel and flight booking because of holidays lots of tourists visit Kasol to celebrate Christmas and New Year. So, it’s good to book your hotels in advance which can help you to save lots of money.
Things to do in Kasol in winter:
- Trek to kheerganga and enjoy the hot water spring.
- Trek to nearby villages including Malana, Tosh, Chalal, Rasol, Kalga, Pulga, and Grahan.
- Visit Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and take bath inside the hot water spring.
- Enjoy the New Year and Christmas Party.
- Visit cafes to enjoy the hippie culture of Kasol.
Cheapest Time To Visit Kasol:
July to September and 15th January to February is the cheapest time to visit Kasol.
After the New Year, the celebration hotel prices get normal and you will get the best deals on hotel and flights.
And due to the unpredictable weather conditions monsoon is the best season to plan a budget trip to Kasol.
Best Time To Visit Kasol For Party
The best time to visit Kasol for party is March, May, June, July, December, and January.
December is the best month to enjoy a rave party in Kasol as this is the time of Christmas and New Year.
Best Time To Visit Kasol For Camping:
The summer season (March to end of June) is the best time for camping in Kasol when the weather becomes pleasant for trekking and nature comes alive. There are various camping options in Kasol such as riverside camping along with the Parvati river, mountain camping while trekking to Kheerganga & Tosh and Jungle camping in Chalal, Rasol, Kalga and Pulga village.
Best Time To Visit Kasol For Trekking:
Again March to June is the best time for trekking in Kasol. This is the time when the weather becomes warm but not as hot as the rest of India and night becomes colder. There are various popular trekking trails near Kasol including Kheerganga, Tosh, Malana, Chalal, Rasol, Kalga and Pulga village.
Weather in Kasol:
| Month | Average Temperature in C |
| January | 2 to 10 deg |
| February | 3 to 15 deg |
| March | 17 to 32 deg |
| April | 20 to 33 deg |
| May | 23 to 35 deg |
| June | 26 to 37 deg |
| July | 27 to 35 deg |
| August | 20 to 32 deg |
| September | 22 to 32 deg |
| October | 16 to 30 deg |
| November | 10 to 24 deg |
| December | 5 to 17 deg |
Kasol In January
Kasol in January looks flawless with the white blanket of snow. Heavy snow cause roadblocks so you may face problem while moving from one place to another. Most of the treks and cafes get closed due to snow. And due to the off-season, there is not much crowd which means you’ll get ample space to enjoy the wonderful natural beauty of this place.
If the low temperature doesn’t bother you then January would be the best month to visit Kasol. Due to the holidays of the New Year, lots of backpackers visit Kasol to enjoy the new year parties of Kasol.
Kasol in February
The temperature in Jan & Feb stays similar in Kasol which means you’ve to carry heavy woolens. Due to the off-season, you won’t see much crowd here so it is the perfect time to get a good discount on hotel and transport prices. With good layers, you can easily walk around and go trekking. And if you’re lucky enough then you will get to see the snow in Kasol itself otherwise you’ve to move to Tosh or Kheerganga to see the live snowfall. Overall, February will be a great month to plan a peaceful vacation in Kasol.
Kasol in March
After the low temperature of Jan & Fab, the month of March brings pleasant weather conditions to Kasol. The comfortable weather conditions allow you to enjoy the true natural beauty of Kasol. Tourists start heading towards Kasol to enjoy the hippie vibes, Israeli food, and adventurous trekking experience. Also, March brings our favorite festival Holi which means you can also enjoy the Holi parties in Kasol.
During March you won’t find snow in Kasol but still needs to pack woolens, mufflers and all warm clothes.
Kasol in April
Kasol in April looks picturesque with fresh lush green natural beauty. The temperature gets pleasant to explore the local attractions and hidden villages of Parvati valley. In April, tourists start to increase as the pleasant weather of Kasol help to escape from the scorching heat of summer. And this is the best month to take various trekking trails around Kasol.
You still need to pack some warm clothes as the temperature in the early morning and late-night ranges around 10 to 15 degrees Celsius.
Kasol in May
May is the peak season of Kasol. When most of the region in India suffers from the scorching heat then the pleasant weather of Kasol attracts backpackers towards it. Therefore, you’ll see the heavy crowd in Kasol in May.
It is the ideal time to trek to hidden villages in Parvati valley like Malana, Chalal, Grahan, Kutla, Kalga, Pulga and Tosh. And if you’re looking for peace then you can visit Tirthan Valley.
Kasol in June
The weather in both months May and June stay similar in Kasol. Sometimes in June, Kasol seems overcrowded and you’ve to move to upper villages like Chalal, Kalga and Pulga for peace. But in front of the surrounding natural beauty and amazing scenery of mountains, everything seems bearable. Trekking and camping are the best things to do in Kasol in June.
Kasol In July
After a little shower of rain when nature is at its peak and the misty fog covers the surrounding mountains then the landscape of Kasol turns into the scene of a fantasy movie. June brings the monsoon in most of the region of India so in Kasol too. And rains bring the true beauty of nature; the flow of river water and thunders sound of waterfalls makes you feel the real power of nature.
If you love rain then June is the best month to go to Kasol. This is the time when you can enjoy the raw beauty and the best raven parties of Kasol. Trekking in monsoon would be the experience you will remember for a lifetime and if the trek is like Kheerganag or Kutla then it would be awesome.
Kasol in August
Kasol in July and August almost stay similar in terms of rain and weather. The little shower of rain makes the weather more pleasant while heavy rain sometime causes landslides and roadblocks. And that makes life harder. But overall, August is a good month to visit Kasol.
Kasol in September
Monsoon starts fading out at the end of September and autumn starts making its impact. During the first few weeks of September, you may face frequent showers of rain in Kasol but at the end of the month, the frequency gets lower. And this makes a perfect time to enjoy the natural beauty of Kasol including the Parvati river, the hot water spring of Kheeganga, waterfalls and dense forest of cedar. Move to the higher parts of Kasol like Kalga, Pulga, Chalal, and Kutla to enjoy the raw natural beauty of Kasol.
Kasol in October
October is the perfect time to visit Kasol. The temperature ranges from 16 to 30 degrees Celsius and the weather become just perfect to explore the top tourist attraction of Kasol. From trekking to famous raven parties and from hippie vibes of cafes to the peaceful beauty of Kasol, you can enjoy most of Kasol in October.
Kasol In November
November is the month when the temperature starts getting low (10 to 24) in Kasol. Warm clothes need to pack before heading towards Kasol in November. The temperature in the afternoon becomes comfortable while the nights and morning feel cold enough to enjoy the hot maggie and tea. There is no chance of snowfall in Kasol in November.
Kasol In December
December would be the best month to visit Kasol for winter lovers. The temperature varies from 5 to 17 degrees Celsius and snow starts hitting the upper region of Kasol. At the end of the month, the surroundings turn from green to white as the temperature getting decrease. Due to Christmas and New year Celebration, lots of people visit Kasol in December.
So, if you’re planning to visit Kasol in December make sure to pack heavy woolens and windproof jackets.
Kasol FAQ’s
Which is the best month to visit Kasol?
It depends on the individual choice, if you’re going for the parties then March to June and December to January is the best time to visit Kasol, for nature lovers summer and monsoon is a perfect time and if you’re looking for snow then December & January is the best time to visit Kasol.
How many days are enough for Kasol?
2 to 4 days are enough to explore Kasol :
- 1st Day: You can explore local attractions of Kasol such as Kasol Nature Park, Chalal and Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara.
- 2nd day: Do Grahan trek in morning after that explore Malana
- 3rd day: Do Kheerganga Trek
- 4th day: After return back from Kheerganga you can explore Tosh and stay there.