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Best Time to Visit Uttarakhand

Peak Season

(March-June, September-November): Ideal for most tourist activities with pleasant temperatures. Accommodation prices increase by 30-40%, especially during Char Dham Yatra season.

Mid Season

(February, December): Winter charm with fewer crowds; suitable for wildlife viewing and winter sports. Prices typically 20% lower than peak season.

Off Season

(July-August, January): Monsoon brings lush landscapes but challenging road conditions; deep winter offers snow experiences with discounts up to 50% in many places.

Language Tips

Hindi is universally understood; English widely spoken in tourist centers; learning basic greetings in Garhwali or Kumaoni appreciated in respective regions.

Climate of Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand experiences varying climate zones based on altitude. The foothills (Dehradun, Haridwar) have subtropical climate with hot summers (30-40°C) and mild winters (5-25°C). Mid-altitude regions (Mussoorie, Nainital) enjoy moderate summers (15-30°C) and cool winters (0-15°C) with occasional snowfall. Higher regions (Auli, Kedarnath) experience mild summers (10-20°C) and severe winters (-10 to 5°C) with heavy snowfall making some areas inaccessible. Monsoon affects most areas between June-September, bringing heavy rainfall particularly to the southern regions.