Chardham Weather Info
Chardham are the names of four pilgrimage places in Uttarakhand, India that are widely revered by most Hindus: Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri and Rameswaram. The Chardham defined by Adi Shankaracharya consists of three Vaishnavite, one Shaivite, and one mixed site Over the years, the term “Chardham Yatra” has lent itself to the all-denomination Chardham pilgrimages in the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand, where Adi Shankaracharya attained freedom from embodiment. Earlier known as Chota Chardham or ‘Little’ Chardham to differentiate them from the bigger circuit of Chardham route, after the mid-20th century they themselves started being called the Chardham. Today, the term “Chardham” usually refers to the all – denomination Himalayan Chardham. The Chardham are often considered the most revered sites for Hindus that have to be visited in one’s lifetime.
YAMUNOTRI CLIMATE:
Summer: Summers start in April and end in July. Temperature during this season ranges from 6 to 20°C.
Monsoon: During the monsoon, this city witnesses heavy rainfall. This season starts from late July and ends in September
Winter: October to March marks winter season in Yamunotri. In this season, the place also experiences snowfall as temperatures falls below 0 degrees. Winters are chilly with the temperature ranging from -7 to 5°C.
GANGOTRI CLIMATE:
Summer: Gangotri witnesses its summer season from April which ends in May. Generally, the summer season of this place is quite pleasing as it is observed that the temperature even in the summers never crosses 30°Celcius. But mostly the nights get very cold. It is one of the best seasons in the Gangotri for pilgrimage and sightseeing trips.
Monsoon: This place welcomes its monsoon from late July to August month. This season is accompanied by very heavy rainfall. This season is also considered as bad time to visit the temple due to heavy rainfall.
Winter: Winter season in the region starts from the month of November to March. Usually in winter, the season is freezing cold and has heavy snowfall which can even interrupt your journey. So most people avoid visiting Gangotri in the winter season.
KEDARNATH CLIMATE:
Summers : (May to August) are pleasant as the average temperature remains around 17℃. This is considered as the best month for visit. The climate is so good that one can be comfortable visiting temples and nearby attractions..
Monsoons: (September to October) offer good rains but the weather becomes chilly as the temperature becomes low.
Winters: (November to April) are freezing cool as the minimum temperature goes down to 0℃. Usually, people prefer to keep off visiting during this season.
BADRINATH CLIMATE:
Location: Uttarakhand, India
Altitude: 2500 to 3050 meter above sea level
Summer Temperature: 25℃ (maximum), 11.7℃ (minimum)
Winter Temperature: 14.4℃ (maximum), -8℃. (minimum)
Best Time to Visit: April to October
Month-wise Weather Condition Details:
January: Very Cold with Snowfall. Temperature varies from – 4 to 7℃. January has a freezing climate with snowfall. The snow-clad nature is imposing and ideal for winter sports.
February: Very Cold with Snowfall. Temperature varies from 0 to 10℃. February is snowbound with nature appearing with eye-catching white cover. Good for winter travels.
March: Cold Temperature varies from 4 to 14℃. March offers a reprieve for the cold. The atmosphere starts to become warm.
April: Moderately Cold Temperature varies from 7 to 17℃. April is cold but perfect for all tourist activities. Day times are bit warm, but nights are cool.
May: Moderately Cold Temperature varies from 7 to 18℃. May is moderately hot with sun appears over the sky most of the days. Good for outdoor travel.
June: Pleasant Temperature varies from 10 to 20℃. June is the hottest month of the year. The atmosphere is temperate. The nature looks attractive and suitable for tourist activities.
July: Pleasant Temperature varies from 7 to 18℃. July has beautiful showers in its kitty. Nature dresses in new lush green leaves. Good for enjoying the picturesque nature.
August: Moderately Cold Temperature varies from 7 to 15℃. August is pretty good with picturesque nature and flowering plants and trees. August offers a moderately warm climate.
September: Moderately Cold Temperature varies from 7 to 15℃. September is humid with post-monsoon showers. The nature appears fresh.
October: Cold Temperature varies from 5 to 14℃. October welcomes winter with all its majesty. The climate is moderately cold.
November: Cold Temperature varies from 4 to 14℃. November offers a very cold ambience. This month is ideal for honeymoon travels.
December: Very Cold Temperature varies from 2 to 10℃. December is very cold. Outdoor activities require winter dresses and often snowfall is seen.