Weather
Best time to visit Rishikesh
Ideal
October to March — pleasant weather, clear skies, perfect for yoga, sightseeing, and adventure activities
Avoid
July to mid-September — heavy monsoon rains, rafting suspended, leeches on treks, landslide risk on mountain roads
| Month | High | Low | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanWinter | 19° | 6° | 60 |
| FebWinter | 22° | 9° | 55 |
| MarSpring | 28° | 13° | 35 |
| AprSummer | 34° | 18° | 25 |
| MayHot | 37° | 22° | 40 |
| JunPre-monsoon | 36° | 23° | 190 |
| JulMonsoon | 32° | 23° | 580 |
| AugMonsoon | 31° | 23° | 430 |
| SepLate monsoon | 31° | 21° | 230 |
| OctPost-monsoon | 30° | 15° | 45 |
| NovAutumn | 26° | 10° | 20 |
| DecWinter | 21° | 6° | 40 |