Gangotri weather: today, this week and through the yatra season
Live temperature and a five-day forecast for Gangotri, Harsil and Uttarkashi, approximate month-by-month temperatures, winter snow, and when the temple opens and closes.
- ~3,100 m Gangotri
- 10 Nov 2026 doors close
- ~100 km from Uttarkashi
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Gangotri stands at about 3,100 m on the Bhagirathi, in Uttarkashi district — a road shrine, about 100 km beyond Uttarkashi. In the yatra season (May–October) days are about 13–17 °C and nights cold, near or below freezing at the start and end of the season. From about November to April it is under snow, and the road above Harsil is often closed. In 2026 the temple doors close on 10 November (Annakoot), and the goddess spends the winter at Mukhba, near Harsil; the doors reopen on Akshaya Tritiya, usually in late April or May. May–June and September–October are the best months; July–August bring heavy rain and landslides.
- Yatra seasonAbout late April / May to early November.
- Doors close10 November 2026 (Annakoot).
- WinterSnowbound, about November–April; worship at Mukhba.
- MonsoonJuly–August; landslides on the highway.
- Best monthsMay–June, September–October.
Gangotri, Harsil and Uttarkashi weather today
Gangotri (about 3,100 m), Harsil (about 2,620 m) 25 km down the valley, and Uttarkashi (about 1,160 m) — 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 —.
Gangotri weather by month
There are no published IMD averages for Gangotri. The temperatures below are rough estimates: the India Meteorological Department’s 1971–2000 normals for Joshimath (about 1,875 m), lowered by about 8 °C for Gangotri’s extra 1,200 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 | 3° / −6 °C | Closed | Deep snow; road above Harsil often closed |
| February | 4° / −5 °C | Closed | Snow |
| March | 9° / −1 °C | Closed | Snow melting; road being cleared |
| April | 13° / 3 °C | Usually opens late April–May | Cold nights; snow on the slopes |
| May | 16° / 6 °C | Open | Clear days; busiest weeks |
| June | 17° / 8 °C | Open | Mild; monsoon arrives late June |
| July | 15° / 9 °C | Open | Rain; landslides on the highway |
| August | 15° / 9 °C | Open | Rain; landslides |
| September | 14° / 7 °C | Open | Rain easing; green valley |
| October | 14° / 3 °C | Open | Clear and cold; best views |
| November | 9° / −1 °C | Closes 10 Nov 2026 | First snow; very cold |
| December | 5° / −4 °C | Closed | Snowbound |
*Estimated from Joshimath’s IMD normals (1971–2000) adjusted for height — not official Gangotri records. Closing dates: Char Dham closing dates 2026.
When Gangotri opens and closes, and the road
The doors of Gangotri open each year on Akshaya Tritiya, usually in late April or May, and close on Annakoot (Govardhan Puja) in the Diwali festival days; in 2026 that is 10 November. Through the winter the goddess is worshipped at Mukhba (Mukhwa) village, near Harsil, which is on a motorable road.
The road from Rishikesh runs through Chamba and Uttarkashi — about 145 km to Uttarkashi and another 100 km to Gangotri, so most people stop a night in Uttarkashi or Harsil. In the monsoon, landslides often hold up traffic; in winter, snow usually closes the road somewhere above Harsil. The Gaumukh trek (about 18 km each way from Gangotri) needs a Gangotri National Park permit and is only open in the warmer months.
Plan: Char Dham yatra · Do Dham: Gangotri and Badrinath · nearby weather: Harsil weather, Uttarkashi weather, Yamunotri weather, Kedarkantha weather, Badrinath weather, Kedarnath weather.
Gangotri in pictures
Gangotri temple by day and evening, the town and the Bhagirathi valley — real photographs, each credited to its photographer.
Best time to visit Gangotri
Depending on what you are going for.
Clear views
Driest skies; cold nights.
Start of the season
Busiest weeks; snow on the peaks.
Gaumukh trek
Permit needed; not in winter.
Closing
Very cold; plan early.
Winter
Snowbound; worship at Mukhba.
Take care
Heavy rain and landslides.
Gangotri 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: Gangotri is at about 3,100 m. Break the drive at Uttarkashi or Harsil, 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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Tell us your dates, where you are starting from and how many of you are travelling. We check the weather and the road and send a written plan with stays and a private car. Suzu Travels is a travel agent registered with HP Tourism, based in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, and plans trips across north India.
Gangotri weather: frequently asked questions
What is the weather in Gangotri today?
The top of this page shows the current temperature and the next days’ forecast for Gangotri, Harsil and Uttarkashi (MET Norway data).
When does Gangotri close in 2026?
On 10 November 2026, on Annakoot; the goddess then winters at Mukhba village.
When does Gangotri open?
On Akshaya Tritiya, usually in late April or May.
Does it snow in Gangotri?
Yes — from about November to April, and the road above Harsil is often closed by snow in winter.
How cold is Gangotri in November?
Days around 9 °C and nights below freezing (an estimate; check the live forecast for your dates).
What is the best time for the Gangotri yatra?
May–June and September–October. July–August bring heavy rain and landslides.
How far is Gangotri from Uttarkashi?
About 100 km by road, via Harsil.
Sources
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0) — live forecast data
- India Meteorological Department — Joshimath normals 1971–2000 (height-adjusted estimate)
- Uttarakhand Tourism — Char Dham
Photo credits
Gangotri on the Bhagirathi — Photo: Dhwani Shree, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Gangotri temple — Photo: envybalki, CC BY 2.0 · Gangotri town — Photo: Arpit Rawat, CC0 · The Bhagirathi at Gangotri — Photo: DipankarSen68, CC BY-SA 4.0 · The shrine and the peaks — Photo: AaS, CC BY-SA 4.0 · The temple in the evening — Photo: schwiki, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Gangotri in season — Photo: Sanjeev travelgrapher, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Gangotri from above — Photo: Atudu, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Evening over the valley — Photo: Guptaele, CC BY-SA 4.0
