Triund weather: today, this week and through the trekking year
Live temperature and a five-day forecast for Triund, McLeodganj and Kangra, approximate month-by-month temperatures on the ridge, when it snows, and the best time to trek.
- ~2,850 m Triund ridge
- ~9 km trek from McLeodganj
- Dec–Feb snow likely
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Triund is a grassy ridge at about 2,850 m below the Dhauladhar range, reached by a trek of about 9 km from McLeodganj. It is much colder than the town: in winter, days on the ridge are only around 7–9 °C and nights below freezing, and snow usually covers Triund from about late December to February. Spring and autumn days are mild, around 15–20 °C, with cold nights. The monsoon (July–August) is extremely wet — Dharamshala is one of the rainiest places in India — with slippery trails and poor views. March–June and October–November are the best months to trek; come in winter only with proper gear and a guide.
- Best monthsMarch–June, October–November.
- SnowUsually late December–February; sometimes into March.
- Winter nightsBelow freezing on the ridge.
- MonsoonJuly–August; very heavy rain, slippery trail.
- Clearest viewsOctober–November.
Triund, McLeodganj and Kangra weather today
Triund (about 2,850 m), McLeodganj (about 2,080 m) where the trek starts, and Kangra (about 730 m) in the valley below — current temperature and the next days’ high, low, rain and snow.
Forecast data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), refreshed about once a day — last update —.
Triund weather by month
There are no weather records for Triund itself. The temperatures below are rough estimates: the India Meteorological Department’s 1991–2020 normals for Dharamshala, lowered by about 9 °C for Triund’s extra 1,400 m of height and rounded. Rain is Dharamshala’s figure. Wind on the open ridge makes it feel colder. For your dates, check the live forecast above.
| Month | Approx. high / low* | Rain (Dharamshala) | What to expect on the ridge |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / −3 °C | 84 mm | Snow likely; for experienced, guided groups |
| February | 9° / −2 °C | 128 mm | Snow spells; icy trail |
| March | 13° / 2 °C | 111 mm | Snow melting; cold nights |
| April | 18° / 6 °C | 66 mm | Good trekking; rhododendrons |
| May | 22° / 10 °C | 72 mm | Busy; pleasant days |
| June | 22° / 11 °C | 279 mm | Good until the monsoon arrives |
| July | 18° / 11 °C | 859 mm | Very wet; cloud and slippery trail |
| August | 18° / 10 °C | 942 mm | Wettest; avoid |
| September | 18° / 9 °C | 378 mm | Rain easing late in the month |
| October | 17° / 5 °C | 53 mm | Clear; best views |
| November | 13° / 1 °C | 19 mm | Driest; crisp and cold |
| December | 9° / −2 °C | 37 mm | Cold; first snow often late in the month |
*Estimated from Dharamshala’s IMD normals (1991–2020) adjusted for height — not official Triund records. More: Dharamshala snowfall · Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj weather by month.
How the weather shapes the Triund trek
The trail climbs about 1,000 m from Dharamkot and Galu Devi through oak and rhododendron forest to the open ridge, with the Dhauladhar wall rising straight behind it. On a clear day the Kangra valley spreads out below. Mornings are usually clearest; cloud often builds in the afternoon, especially from late spring.
In winter, snow and ice on the upper trail make it slippery — go with a guide, microspikes and warm layers, and check the forest department’s current rules for overnight stays. In the monsoon, the trail is wet and slippery, streams swell and views are often lost in cloud. October–November gives the sharpest views and the most settled weather.
Plan the trek: Triund trek · more weather: Dharamshala · Kangra.
Triund in pictures
The ridge at sunset, the Dhauladhar, the campsite at night and the trail — real photographs, each credited to its photographer.
Best time for the Triund trek
Depending on what you are going for.
Clear views
Sharpest Dhauladhar views.
Spring trek
Mild days; rhododendrons in April.
Snow trek
Guided, with proper gear.
Sunrise
Start early; afternoons cloud over.
Quiet weekdays
Fewer trekkers than May–June.
Take care
Very heavy rain; slippery trail.
Triund trek: what the weather means for you
Clothing: warm layers and a windproof jacket in every season — the ridge is far colder than McLeodganj; a down jacket, gloves and cap from November to March; a rain jacket and good-grip shoes from June to September.
Getting there: McLeodganj is about 10 km above Dharamshala; the nearest airport is Gaggal (Kangra), about 20 km from Dharamshala. Start the trek early, carry water, and turn back if cloud or snow closes in.
Plan Dharamshala and Triund
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Triund weather: frequently asked questions
What is the weather at Triund today?
The top of this page shows the current temperature and the next days’ forecast for Triund, McLeodganj and Kangra (MET Norway data).
When does it snow at Triund?
Usually from late December to February, sometimes into March.
How cold is Triund at night?
Below freezing from about December to February, and only a few degrees above freezing in spring and autumn.
Can you trek to Triund in winter?
Yes, with a guide, proper winter gear and microspikes; the upper trail can be icy, and rules for overnight stays can change.
Is Triund open in the monsoon?
The trail is very wet and slippery in July–August and views are usually poor; it is best avoided.
What is the best time for the Triund trek?
March–June and October–November.
Sources
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0) — live forecast data
- India Meteorological Department — Dharamshala normals 1991–2020 (height-adjusted estimate)
- Wikipedia: Triund
Photo credits
Evening at Triund — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0 · The Dhauladhar at sunset — Photo: Sumit Mathur, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Late snow above Triund — Photo: Kiran Jonnalagadda from Bangalore, India, CC BY-SA 2.0 · Night at the campsite — Photo: Alok Kumar, CC BY-SA 4.0 · The trail to Triund — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0 · The Triund ridge — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0 · View over the Kangra valley — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0 · On the way up — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0 · Snow on the Dhauladhar — Photo: Ashish Gupta from Noida, India, CC BY 2.0
