Madhyamaheshwar
Temple Hindu temple and high-altitude pilgrimage shrine
High in Uttarakhand, Madhyamaheshwar is an alpine pilgrimage temple on a strenuous trail of the Panch Kedar circuit; trekkers arrive for sacred Hindu worship, steep mountain paths and high-Himalayan scenery.
Madhyamaheshwar is a Hindu temple and pilgrimage site in the Garhwal Himalaya of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the Panch Kedar temples dedicated to forms of Lord Shiva.
Pilgrims visit the temple as part of the broader Panch Kedar circuit; access requires mountain trekking and the shrine is typically open only during the snow-free season each year.
The temple has religious significance in regional Shaivism and is reached by routes that traverse alpine terrain and local mountain villages.
Geographically the shrine sits in Uttarakhand’s highlands at approximately 30.63702 N, 79.2927 E, within the mountainous landscape of the Garhwal region.
- Pilgrimage circuit: Part of the Panch Kedar circuit of Hindu pilgrimage sites in the Garhwal Himalaya and accessible by mountain trails during the summer months when snow has cleared.
How to Get to Madhyamaheshwar #
Madhyamaheshwar is reached by road and trek from the nearest motorable points in Uttarkashi district. The pilgrimage routes typically start from valley villages and proceed on foot; visitors should consult local temple authorities or trekking operators for current access routes and seasonal conditions.
Tips for Visiting Madhyamaheshwar #
- If undertaking the pilgrimage route, plan for steep terrain and check local schedules for puja times at the temple.
- Respect dress codes and temple protocols; footwear is usually left outside temple precincts.
- High-altitude weather can change quickly - carry warm layers even in summer.
Best Time to Visit Madhyamaheshwar #
Autumn and late spring offer the most stable weather for trekking and pilgrimage; monsoon brings green valleys but also trail difficulties.
Weather & Climate near Madhyamaheshwar #
Madhyamaheshwar's climate is classified as Subarctic (Dry Winter) - Subarctic (Dry Winter) climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 12°C. Abundant rainfall (1361 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -5°C and lows of -15°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (303 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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