tourists enjoy fresh snowfall near Atal Tunnel North Portal in Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, April 12, 2026. (Photo: IANS)
© IANSTourists enjoy fresh snowfall near Atal Tunnel North Portal in Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
April in North India is defying expectations this year, with unseasonal rain, snowfall, and a sharp dip in temperatures replacing the usual summer heat. States like Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi are witnessing winter-like conditions, driven by persistent Western Disturbances.

These moisture-laden systems, typically active in winter, have lingered into spring, bringing storms, hail, and cloudy skies. The unusual weather has disrupted daily life and raised concerns among farmers, with significant crop damage reported.

Experts warn this could signal increasing climate variability, where shifting patterns blur seasonal boundaries and make weather more unpredictable and potentially more damaging.