Upcoming Weather Situation
The state’s meteorological department has issued a yellow alert for Uttarakhand covering the period from October 6 to October 11. During these days the higher terrain will see a blend of rain, thunder and even snowfall at the loftiest peaks, while the lower plains are expected to stay largely dry.
Snowfall Forecast
Weather Director Dr. C.S. Tomar indicates that snow is likely to start in areas above 4,200 metres between October 6 and 8. From October 9 through 11 the snow‑covered zone should sink to roughly 3,800 metres, ushering a noticeable chill to the upper reaches.
Hill Districts Under Yellow Alert
Seven hill districts have been placed under special caution:
- Chamoli
- Nainital
- Pithoragarh
- Bageshwar
- Almora
- Rudraprayag
- Uttarkashi
These districts may experience gusty winds of 30‑40 km/h, frequent thunderstorms and a heightened risk of lightning strikes.
Rainfall and Thunderstorm Outlook
Light to moderate rain is expected across several mountainous stretches, accompanied by occasional gusts, thunder and lightning. The department also projects moderate rain on October 6‑7 for Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Dehradun, Tehri and Pauri, with thunderstorms likely to accompany the showers.
Temperature Changes
As snow blankets the higher elevations, temperatures will drop noticeably in those zones. Conversely, the lower‑lying plains should enjoy relatively milder and drier weather throughout the alert period.
