Hemis Weather

The town of Hemis experiences temperate climatic conditions throughout the year. Summers and winters are the two basic seasons here as Hemis falls under a rain shadow region and as result receives low rainfall.

Summer

(April to June): The summer season in Hemis starts from April and continues till the month of June. The average temperature in Hemis during summers has been recorded at 15� C. Temperatures can reach a maximum of 20� C which, however, rarely happens.

Monsoon

As the town of Hemis falls under a rain shadow area, it hardly receives rain and as a result the forests in Hemis have dry vegetation.

Winter

(October to February): The winter season commences from October and lasts till February. The minimum temperature of Hemis during winters can drop to as low as -30℃. Travellers interested in exploring the destination are advised to avoid the place during this season. Heavy snowfall starts here from the month of December.