Kedarnath (mountain) Mountain
Hindu pilgrimage mountain above Kedarnath temple shrine
High in Uttarakhand, Kedarnath mountain anchors the Hindu pilgrimage; pilgrims and trekkers follow steep Himalayan trails to the high‑altitude Kedarnath temple and nearby glacial valleys.
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How to Get to Kedarnath (mountain)#
Kedarnath is reached by road to Gaurikund (the last motorable point), which is connected by road from Rishikesh via Rudraprayag and Guptkashi. From Gaurikund the temple is a 16 km uphill trek (or accessible by pony/porter); helicopter services also operate from Phata, Guptkashi or Dehradun during the pilgrimage season (subject to weather and permits).
Tips for Visiting Kedarnath (mountain)#
- Pilgrimage seasons (April-June and September) bring large crowds to the Kedarnath temple area-book lodging well in advance.
- Acclimatize in Gaurikund and allow time for the 16 km trek to Kedarnath if walking-there are pony and helicopter options for those who prefer not to walk.
- The shrine closes in winter (usually November-April) due to snow; check local notices for exact opening dates, which follow the Char Dham seasonal calendar.
Best Time to Visit Kedarnath (mountain)#
Best during the pilgrimage season (May-June and July-September) when the temple is open; winter access is closed by snow.
Weather & Climate near Kedarnath (mountain)#
Kedarnath (mountain)'s climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -25°C to 2°C. Moderate rainfall (732 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -14°C and lows of -25°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -14°C and lows of -25°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (252 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (189 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -19°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
