Rishīkesh

Uttarakhand Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Uttarakhand, India in August.

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Rishīkesh Pauri Kedarnath Dehradun

Are you planning a trip a to Uttarakhand, India in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Uttarakhand in August

Uttarakhand, India is a region in India. Uttarakhand, India has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very warm and heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Gangotri at 12°C (54°F) to very warm in Kāshīpur at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Kāshīpur and 4°C (39°F) in Gangotri. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For specific regional insights in Uttarakhand, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Gangotri with an average of 213 mm (8.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Mukteswar with 565 mm (22 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Uttarakhand in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Uttarakhand

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Uttarakhand, India?

Temperature range in Uttarakhand (August)

Precipitation variation in Uttarakhand (August)

Rishīkesh

In August Rishīkesh generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
418 mm (16 in)
394 mm (16 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Rishīkesh →

Pauri

In August Pauri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
435 mm (17 in)
395 mm (16 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Pauri →

Kedarnath

In August Kedarnath generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
355 mm (14 in)
320 mm (13 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kedarnath →

Dehradun

In August Dehradun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
460 mm (18 in)
439 mm (17 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Dehradun →

Haridwār

In August Haridwār generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
336 mm (13 in)
316 mm (12 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Haridwār →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Uttarakhand in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rishīkesh 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 394 mm (16 in)
Pauri 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 395 mm (16 in)
Kedarnath 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 320 mm (13 in)
Dehradun 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 439 mm (17 in)
Haridwār 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 316 mm (12 in)
Mussoorie 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 448 mm (18 in)

Uttarakhand weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Uttarakhand, India in August?

Expect poor weather across Uttarakhand, India in August. The popular destination of Rishīkesh averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Uttarakhand, India in August?

Daytime temperatures in Rishīkesh peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in August, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Uttarakhand, India get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Uttarakhand, India, with Rishīkesh averaging around 394 mm (16 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Uttarakhand, India?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Uttarakhand, India with often poor weather in Rishīkesh.

Generally speaking, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Rishīkesh. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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