Most of India sweats through 40\u00b0C+ heat in May. But above 10,000 feet, winter still lingers. Thick snow blankets mountain passes, glaciers hold firm, and fresh flurries dust the highest peaks even as plains below bake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s the thing most travel blogs won’t tell you: finding snow in May isn’t about luck. It’s about altitude and timing. Every spot on this list sits above 3,000 metres, and we’ve mapped exact locations, road conditions, permits, and costs so you can plan without guesswork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
India recorded 2,948 million domestic tourist visits in 2024 \u2014 a 17.5% jump over 2023 (India Tourism Data Compendium<\/a>, 2025). A growing slice of those travellers now chase snow during summer months, fleeing heatwaves for high-altitude escapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can see snow in India in May at eight destinations above 10,000 ft \u2014 from Drass in Ladakh to Munsiyari in Uttarakhand. Early May (1st-15th) offers the best snow, while late May still delivers at Rohtang Pass and Spiti Valley. No special permits needed for most spots; Rohtang requires a \u20b9550 online vehicle pass. Budget \u20b915,000-30,000 per person for a 3-day trip from Delhi.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n In this Blog<\/p>\n<\/span><\/div>\n\n