Muktināth Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Muktināth can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a chilly 12°C (54°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -6°C (21°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 4°C (39°F) in July to around -19°C (-2°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Muktināth is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1119 mm (44 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 259 mm (10 in) of precipitation, recorded across 21 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month November brings less snowfall, with 21 mm (0.8 in) over 2 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Muktināth Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Muktināth. While March receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.6 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine