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Spiti & Lahaul in December
Winter settles in. The only road is through Kinnaur, and it can close for days after snowfall. Some winter specialist operators start snow leopard trips late in the month. Lahaul is reachable through the Atal Tunnel, and Sissu sees snow tourism from Manali, but Keylong itself is quiet and very cold. Only go with a winter-experienced local operator.
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Our picks for December
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Keylong
Lahaul's capital on the Bhaga, two hours from Manali
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Kaza
Spiti's only town, base camp for every village loop
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Nako
A lake village and 11th-century temples on the road to Spiti
Trips
Trips at their best in December
No published trip peaks in December
We still plan Spiti & Lahaul in December where the roads allow. Send your dates and budget and we suggest a route that works this month.
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Questions
Spiti & Lahaul in December, answered
Is December a good time to visit Spiti & Lahaul?
Winter settles in. The only road is through Kinnaur, and it can close for days after snowfall. Some winter specialist operators start snow leopard trips late in the month. Lahaul is reachable through the Atal Tunnel, and Sissu sees snow tourism from Manali, but Keylong itself is quiet and very cold. Only go with a winter-experienced local operator.
What is the weather like in Spiti & Lahaul in December?
Kaza −15 to 0 °C, snow likely. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Spiti & Lahaul in December?
We suggest Keylong, Kaza, Nako. Check whether the Atal Tunnel is open for tourist vehicles on the day you plan to cross.