Badrinath weather: today, this week and through the yatra season
Live temperature and a five-day forecast for Badrinath, Joshimath and Auli, approximate month-by-month temperatures, winter snow, and when the temple opens and closes.
- ~3,300 m Badrinath
- 16 Nov 2026 doors close
- ~45 km from Joshimath
- Live 3 places
Photo: Harshit SR, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Badrinath lies at about 3,300 m on the Alaknanda, between the Nar and Narayan ranges, about 45 km beyond Joshimath — and unlike Kedarnath it is reached by road. In the yatra season (May–October) days are about 12–16 °C and nights cold, near freezing early and late in the season. From about November to April it lies under deep snow.In 2026 the temple doors close on 16 November at 9:37 pm; worship then moves down the valley for the winter. May–June and September–October are the best months; July–August bring heavy rain and landslides on the road from Rishikesh.
- Yatra seasonAbout May to mid-November.
- Doors close16 November 2026, 9:37 pm.
- WinterSnowbound, about November–April.
- MonsoonJuly–August; landslides on the highway.
- Best monthsMay–June, September–October.
Badrinath, Joshimath and Auli weather today
Badrinath (about 3,300 m), Joshimath (about 1,875 m) on the way, and Auli (about 2,500–3,050 m) above it — current temperature and the next days’ high, low, rain and snow.
Forecast data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), refreshed about once a day — last update —.
Badrinath weather by month
There are no published IMD averages for Badrinath. The temperatures below are rough estimates: the India Meteorological Department’s 1971–2000 normals for Joshimath (about 1,875 m), lowered by about 9 °C for Badrinath’s extra 1,400 m of height and rounded. Use them as a packing guide; for your dates, check the live forecast above.
| Month | Approx. high / low* | Temple | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / −7 °C | Closed | Deep snow |
| February | 3° / −6 °C | Closed | Deep snow |
| March | 8° / −2 °C | Closed | Snow; road being cleared late in the month |
| April | 12° / 2 °C | Usually opens late April–May | Snow walls beside the road |
| May | 15° / 5 °C | Open | Clear days; busiest weeks |
| June | 16° / 7 °C | Open | Mild; monsoon arrives late June |
| July | 14° / 8 °C | Open | Rain; landslides on the highway |
| August | 14° / 8 °C | Open | Rain; landslides |
| September | 13° / 6 °C | Open | Rain easing; green valley |
| October | 13° / 2 °C | Open | Clear and cold; best views |
| November | 8° / −2 °C | Closes 16 Nov 2026 | First snow; very cold |
| December | 4° / −5 °C | Closed | Snowbound |
*Estimated from Joshimath’s IMD normals (1971–2000) adjusted for height — not official Badrinath records. Closing dates: Char Dham closing dates 2026.
When Badrinath opens and closes, and the road
The doors of Badrinath open each year in late April or May, on a date announced on Basant Panchami, and close in November; in 2026 they close on 16 November at 9:37 pm. Through the winter, worship moves down the valley to Pandukeshwar and Joshimath, and Badrinath and the villages above it are snowbound.
The road from Rishikesh runs through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Joshimath — around 295 km, usually two days. In the monsoon, landslides often stop traffic for hours; late in the season, the first snow can arrive in October. Mana, about 3 km beyond Badrinath, is open in the yatra season.
Plan: Badrinath yatra · Char Dham yatra · nearby weather: Joshimath weather, Hemkund Sahib weather, Auli weather, Kedarnath weather, Gangotri weather.
Badrinath in pictures
Badrinath temple by day, at night and in snow, the Alaknanda and Mana village — real photographs, each credited to its photographer.
Best time to visit Badrinath
Depending on what you are going for.
Clear views
Driest skies; cold nights.
Start of the season
Snow walls; busiest weeks.
Fewer pilgrims
Quieter than May–June.
Closing
Very cold; plan early.
Winter
Snowbound; worship at Pandukeshwar and Joshimath.
Take care
Heavy rain and landslides.
Badrinath yatra: what the weather means for you
Clothing: a warm jacket, thermal layers, cap and gloves in every month; a rain jacket from late June to September.
Altitude: Badrinath is at about 3,300 m. Break the drive at Joshimath or Pipalkoti, walk slowly, and drink plenty of water.
Buffer: keep a spare day in the monsoon and late in the season; landslides and snow can close the highway at short notice. Cab: Char Dham yatra taxi.
Our pilgrimage trips
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Badrinath weather: frequently asked questions
What is the weather in Badrinath today?
The top of this page shows the current temperature and the next days’ forecast for Badrinath, Joshimath and Auli (MET Norway data).
When does Badrinath close in 2026?
On 16 November 2026, at 9:37 pm.
When does Badrinath open?
Usually in late April or May; the date is announced on Basant Panchami.
Does it snow in Badrinath?
Yes — heavily from about November to April; early snow can come in October.
How cold is Badrinath in November?
Days around 8 °C and nights below freezing (an estimate; check the live forecast for your dates).
What is the best time for the Badrinath yatra?
May–June and September–October. July–August bring heavy rain and landslides.
How far is Badrinath from Joshimath?
About 45 km by road.
Sources
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0) — live forecast data
- India Meteorological Department — Joshimath normals 1971–2000 (height-adjusted estimate)
- Shri Badarinath–Kedarnath Temple Committee
Photo credits
Badrinath temple below the mountains — Photo: Harshit SR, CC BY-SA 4.0 · A snowy morning at Badrinath — Photo: Bhavabhuthi, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Badrinath temple — Photo: Shitha Valsan, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Badrinath at night — Photo: Shikharsaxena1618, CC BY-SA 3.0 · The Alaknanda at Badrinath — Photo: Soumendra Kumar Sahoo, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Mana village — Photo: Yoginipatil, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Mana and the valley — Photo: Karz09, CC BY-SA 4.0 · The temple entrance at night — Photo: Heavren, CC BY-SA 4.0
