Almora weather: today, this week and through the year
Live temperature and a five-day forecast for Almora, Mukteshwar and Nainital, approximate month-by-month temperatures and rain, when the Himalayan views are clearest, and the best time to go.
- ~1,640 m Almora
- Oct–Feb clearest views
- Jul–Aug wettest
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Photo: Harshit.S.R, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Almora is an old Kumaon hill town on a ridge at about 1,640 m, roughly 60 km beyond Nainital. It is milder than Nainital or Mukteshwar: winter days are about 15–17 °C and nights a few degrees above freezing, with frost on clear mornings and snow only on rare days. Summer days reach the high 20s. July and August are the wettest months.October to February brings the clearest air and the best views of the Himalayan peaks from Kasar Devi and Binsar; March–June and September–November are the most comfortable months to visit.
- ColdestJanuary — days about 16 °C, nights about 5 °C (estimate).
- WarmestMay–June — days in the high 20s.
- WettestJuly–August; landslides on hill roads.
- Himalayan viewsClearest October–February.
- Best monthsMarch–June, September–November.
Almora, Mukteshwar and Nainital weather today
Almora (about 1,640 m), Mukteshwar (about 2,170 m) and Nainital (about 2,084 m) — current temperature and the next days’ high, low and rain.
Forecast data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), refreshed about once a day — last update —.
Almora weather by month
There are no recent published IMD normals for Almora town. The temperatures below are rough estimates: the India Meteorological Department’s 1991–2020 normals for Mukteshwar (about 2,170 m), 40 km away, raised by about 3.5 °C for Almora’s lower height and rounded. Rain is Mukteshwar’s figure, shown as a guide. For your dates, check the live forecast above.
| Month | Approx. high / low* | Rain (Mukteshwar) | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16° / 5 °C | 46 mm | Coldest; frosty mornings, rare snow |
| February | 17° / 6 °C | 68 mm | Cool; some winter rain |
| March | 21° / 9 °C | 47 mm | Pleasant; rhododendrons |
| April | 26° / 13 °C | 46 mm | Warm, clear |
| May | 28° / 16 °C | 64 mm | Warmest; hazy views |
| June | 27° / 17 °C | 159 mm | Monsoon arrives late June |
| July | 25° / 18 °C | 288 mm | Wet; cloud and fog |
| August | 24° / 17 °C | 283 mm | Wet; landslides on roads |
| September | 24° / 16 °C | 229 mm | Rain easing; green hills |
| October | 23° / 13 °C | 30 mm | Clear; Himalayan views return |
| November | 21° / 10 °C | 8 mm | Driest; crisp and clear |
| December | 18° / 7 °C | 18 mm | Cool, sunny days |
*Estimated from Mukteshwar’s IMD normals (1991–2020) adjusted for height — not official Almora records. Nearby: Mukteshwar weather · Nainital weather.
Almora weather and the Himalayan views
On clear days the snow peaks of the central Himalaya — Trishul, Nanda Devi and Panchachuli among them — line the northern horizon. The air is clearest from October to February, especially after rain; from April to June the views are often lost in haze, and in the monsoon in cloud.
The best viewpoints are on the ridges around the town: Kasar Devi, about 8 km away, and Binsar, about 30 km. Jageshwar‘s temple complex is about 35 km, in a deodar valley that is noticeably cooler in winter. In the monsoon, landslides can close the hill roads for hours.
Weather nearby: Ranikhet · Kausani · Mukteshwar · Nainital · Pithoragarh · Munsiyari.
Almora in pictures
Almora on its ridge, the Himalaya behind it, Kasar Devi and the old bazaar — real photographs, each credited to its photographer.
Best time to visit Almora
Depending on what you are going for.
Himalayan views
Clearest air; cold mornings.
Pleasant weather
Warm days, cool nights.
Autumn
Green hills, dry roads.
Rhododendrons
Red blooms on the ridges.
Quiet winter
Frosty mornings; rare snow.
Take care
Heavy rain and landslides.
Almora trip: what the weather means for you
Clothing: a warm jacket and layers from November to February, especially for early-morning views; light layers in summer; a rain jacket in the monsoon.
Getting there: the nearest railway station is Kathgodam, about 85 km by road; Almora is about 60 km beyond Nainital. Keep a spare day in the monsoon. Cab: Nainital taxi service.
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Almora weather: frequently asked questions
What is the weather in Almora today?
The top of this page shows the current temperature and the next days’ forecast for Almora, Mukteshwar and Nainital (MET Norway data).
Does it snow in Almora?
Only rarely, on a few cold days in some winters. Mukteshwar and the higher ridges get snow more often.
How cold is Almora in winter?
January days are about 16 °C and nights about 5 °C (an estimate), with frosty mornings.
When can you see the Himalaya from Almora?
Most clearly from October to February, especially after rain; Kasar Devi and Binsar have the best views.
Which are the wettest months in Almora?
July and August.
When is the best time to visit Almora?
March–June and September–November; October–February for the clearest mountain views.
Sources
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0) — live forecast data
- India Meteorological Department — Mukteshwar normals 1991–2020 (height-adjusted estimate)
- Wikipedia: Almora
Photo credits
Almora below the Himalaya — Photo: Harshit.S.R, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Kasar Devi temple — Photo: Rajeshchaunsali, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Almora on its ridge — Photo: Sachinbauriyan, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Almora from Crank's Ridge — Photo: Alexkom000, CC BY 4.0 · Sunset over Almora — Photo: ArmouredCyborg, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Almora after rain — Photo: Ikneet, CC BY-SA 4.0 · The old bazaar — Photo: Nitin Maletha, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wooden houses in the bazaar — Photo: Nitin Maletha, CC BY-SA 4.0 · A village near Almora — Photo: Lalitnaitik, CC BY-SA 3.0
