Uttarakhands weather is expected to change in 5 districts, with rain forecast in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh. Snowfall is possible in areas at elevations of 3300 metres or higher.
The remaining districts are expected to experience dry weather. Some valleys in the hill regions may also see light to moderate fog, which could reduce visibility in those areas.
Cold intensifies at Kedarnath and Badrinath
The cold has strengthened at the Kedarnath and Badrinath shrines. Snowfall recorded at Kedarnath one week ago has not melted yet, according to the weather update.
Both destinations recorded a minimum temperature of -9
C on Monday morning. The low temperature reflects the sharper winter conditions continuing at the high-altitude pilgrsites.
Forecast for 10 November
On 10 November, light rain and snowfall are possible in areas above 3300 metres in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli. Other parts of the state are expected to remain dry on that date.
The forecast indicates that the main rain and snowfall risk will remain concentrated in higher mountain areas. Valleys may also experience fog in places.
Outlook for 11 to 14 November
Dry weather is expected across Uttarakhand on 11 and 12 November. No rain or snowfall has been forecast for those dates in the supplied update.
On 13 and 14 November, light rain and snowfall may occur above 3200 metres in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh. Other districts are expected to remain dry during this period.
Fog may also develop in valleys across the hill regions on 13 and 14 November. The forecast therefore points to a mix of dry conditions in most districts and rain or snowfall at higher elevations in the 5 named districts.
Conclusion
Rain and snowfall are possible in 5 Uttarakhand districts at higher elevations, while Kedarnath and Badrinath remain under severe cold at -9 C. Dry weather is expected statewide on 11 and 12 November, followed by another possibility of high-altitude precipitation on 13 and 14 November.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which Uttarakhand districts may receive rain?
Rain is possible in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh.
Q. Where is snowfall likely?
Snowfall may occur in areas above 3300 metres on 10 November and above 3200 metres on 13 and 14 November.
Q. What temperatures were recorded at Kedarnath and Badrinath?
Both places recorded minimum temperatures of -9
C on Monday morning.
Q. Will the entire state receive rain?
No. The other districts are expected to experience dry weather during the forecast periods mentioned.
Q. What is forecast for 11 and 12 November?
The weather is expected to remain dry across Uttarakhand on both dates.
Q. Could fog affect the hill regions?
Light to moderate fog may develop in some valleys in the mountain areas.
