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.

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Brass idols at Madhyamaheshwar village.JPG
Chaukhamba at Boodha Madhyamaheshwar.jpg
Chaukhamba from Madhyamaheshwar.jpg
Idol of Hara Parvati behind Madhyamaheshwar Temple.JPG
Idol of Parvati behind Madhyamaheshwar Temple.JPG
Madhyamaheshwar village.JPG
Majestic Chaukhamba at Boodha Madhyamaheshwar.jpg
Small temple at Madhyamaheshwar village.JPG
Temples of Hara-Parvati and Parvati behind Madhyamaheshwar Temple.JPG

Madhyamaheshwar at a Glance#

Address: Madhyamaheshwar, Uttarakhand, India (Uttarkashi district)

Hours: Temple timings variable; typically open mornings and evenings (check local sources)

Admission: Free to approach; temple access governed by local temple authorities (donations customary)

About Madhyamaheshwar#

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.

Summer/Monsoon (Jun-Sep)
Jun-Sep · 10-20 °C
Pilgrimage season with lush valleys, though heavy monsoon rain can complicate the trek.
Autumn (Oct-Nov)
Oct-Nov · 5-15 °C
Clearer skies and stable weather - considered one of the best times for views and safe trekking.
Spring (Mar-May)
Mar-May · 8-18 °C
Warmer than winter and before the monsoon; rhododendrons and alpine flora begin to appear.

Weather & Climate near Madhyamaheshwar#

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 73 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MayNovemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor -15° - -5° -14° 121 mm partly cloudy 49% 1.8 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.3h
February Poor -14° - -4° -12° 104 mm partly cloudy 56% 1.7 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.0h
March Poor -10° - 0° -8° 117 mm partly cloudy 53% 2.1 m/s 1.5 high 11.9h
April Acceptable -5° - 5° -3° 43 mm partly cloudy 51% 2.2 m/s 2.0 very high 12.8h
May Acceptable -1° - 9° 1° 39 mm overcast 51% 2.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.6h
June Acceptable 2° - 12° 5° 67 mm overcast 65% 2.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.9h
July Poor 4° - 11° 6° 303 mm overcast 86% 2.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.8h
August Poor 4° - 11° 6° 255 mm overcast 89% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.1h
September Poor 2° - 10° 4° 171 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.3 m/s 1.9 very high 12.2h
October Acceptable -4° - 7° -1° 49 mm partly cloudy 62% 1.9 m/s 1.5 very high 11.3h
November Acceptable -9° - 2° -6° 28 mm partly cloudy 45% 1.9 m/s 1.0 moderate 10.5h
December Acceptable -12° - -1° -10° 64 mm partly cloudy 38% 1.7 m/s 0.7 moderate 10.1h