Kulu

City in Himachal Pradesh, India

Overview

Kulu is a picturesque town set in the lush green valley of Himachal Pradesh, India, famous for its adventure sports, apple orchards, and Dussehra festival. It offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, lively local markets, and easy access to trekking, rafting, and cultural experiences.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Himachal Pradesh
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
32.00°, 77.25°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
72
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$446
Local Cost
$205
Local Income
$200
Cashless
40
English
35
Temperature
-0.6°C
Summer Avg
7.9°C
Winter Avg
-9.6°C
Record High
18.1°C
Record Low
-31.0°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
880 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
10.0
Airport
KUU
Distance
16 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 64/100.