Tourist destinations, including Dharamsala, McLeodganj, Palampur, Bir Billing, Dalhousie, Chamba and Bharmour, witnessed a sudden change in weather, with a distinct chill replacing the recent warm conditions.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Dharamsala and adjoining McLeodganj recorded 25.5 mm rainfall overnight. Palampur received 10.2 mm, Kangra 18.4 mm and Chamba 4 mm.
Minimum temperatures dropped significantly, settling at 16.5°C in Dharamsala, 9.8°C in McLeodganj, 11.5°C in Palampur, 15.3°C in Kangra, 16.8°C in Chamba, 8.6°C in Dalhousie and 13°C in Bharmour.
Intermittent showers continued through the morning, while dense fog enveloped higher reaches, reducing visibility and enhancing the wintry conditions. Snow-clad peaks of the Dhauladhar range drew tourists and photographers.
The sudden weather shift brought relief from recent warm and humid conditions in the region. Tourism stakeholders said the rare May snowfall could lead to a surge in visitor footfall over the coming weekend.
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