India's Arendelle! Shimla receives first snowfall of the season; see pics

Shimla, Kufri, and Fagu received their first snowfall of the season on Sunday, signaling the start of winter in Himachal Pradesh.

Intermittent snowfall in Lahaul and Spiti's higher reaches made conditions colder, affecting traffic with slippery roads.

Snowfall was reported in high mountain passes like Rohtang and the Atal Tunnel, making travel risky and difficult for tourists in these areas.

The temperature in high-altitude areas like Tabo dropped to -13.1°C, with many places in Himachal Pradesh seeing freezing or near-freezing temperatures.

The weather department predicts more snow and rain in parts of Lahaul, Spiti, Shimla, and Kullu districts, with isolated snow in mid and high hills.

The tourist rush in Lahaul Spiti led to traffic jams and accidents as vehicles skidded on snowy roads, especially in areas like Sissu.

Dense fog is expected in parts of Bilaspur and Mandi, especially near the Bhakra dam, affecting visibility and making driving dangerous.

The temperatures are expected to drop by 3-4°C in the coming days across many parts of Himachal, leading to colder conditions throughout the state.