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Weather
First Seasonal Snowfall Blankets Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
✍️ News18 Marathi
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 05:33 PM
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Heavy snow fell across parts of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, marking the season's first snowfall.
The meteorological department recorded the first snowfall of the season in the northern hill states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on Wednesday. Snowfall was reported in several high‑altitude districts, with accumulations ranging from a light dusting to a few centimeters in isolated spots.
Temperatures in the affected areas dipped sharply, prompting the department to issue a cold‑weather advisory for residents and travelers. Local authorities have warned that road conditions may become slippery, especially on mountain passes, and have urged commuters to exercise caution.
Preliminary reports indicate that the snowfall has not caused major disruptions yet, but officials are monitoring the situation closely as more precipitation is expected later in the day. The early onset of snow is typical for the region's winter pattern and is expected to continue through the coming weeks.
Temperatures in the affected areas dipped sharply, prompting the department to issue a cold‑weather advisory for residents and travelers. Local authorities have warned that road conditions may become slippery, especially on mountain passes, and have urged commuters to exercise caution.
Preliminary reports indicate that the snowfall has not caused major disruptions yet, but officials are monitoring the situation closely as more precipitation is expected later in the day. The early onset of snow is typical for the region's winter pattern and is expected to continue through the coming weeks.