Weather & Climate in Gangotri Dham

• Weather & Climate in Gangotri Dham

  Gangotri Dham experiences cold mountain weather throughout the year because of its high altitude in the Himalayas. The climate changes significantly across seasons, offering different experiences for pilgrims, trekkers, and tourists.

  Summer Season (May to June)

  Weather Conditions : Pleasant daytime temperatures Cool mornings and nights , Temperature ranges between 8°C to 20°C

  Best For

  Char Dham pilgrimage Sightseeing , Trekking to Gaumukh

  Temple visits

  Summer is considered the best season to visit Gangotri.

  Monsoon Season (July to August)

  Weather Conditions

  Moderate to heavy rainfall

  Frequent cloud cover

  Increased landslide risks

  Temperature

  Around 10°C to 18°C

  Travel Advice

  Travel during monsoon should be planned carefully because mountain roads may become difficult due to rain and landslides.

  Winter Season (November to April)

  Weather Conditions : Heavy snowfall, Extremely cold climate, Roads may become inaccessible

  Temperature, Often below 0°C , Can drop to -10°C or lower

  During winter:

  Gangotri Temple remains closed.

  The idol of Goddess Ganga is shifted to Mukhba Village.

  Best Time to Visit Gangotri

  Ideal Months May to June and September to October

  Nearby Attractions to Explore

  Harsil Valley

  Kedar Tal

  Surya Kund

  Bhairon Ghati