Upcoming Weather Conditions
The state’s meteorological agency has placed Uttarakhand under a yellow alert for the period October 6‑11. During these days the higher terrain will see a blend of rain, thunder and even snowfall, while the lower plains are likely to stay largely dry.
Snow Forecast
According to Weather Director Dr. C.S. Tomar, snow is expected to start in zones above 4,200 metres from October 6 to 8. The snow‑covered band should then descend to roughly 3,800 metres between October 9 and 11, ushering a noticeable chill to the upper reaches.
Hill Districts Under Yellow Alert
Seven hill districts have been singled out for heightened vigilance:
- Chamoli
- Nainital
- Pithoragarh
- Bageshwar
- Almora
- Rudraprayag
- Uttarkashi
These areas may experience wind gusts of 30‑40 km/h, frequent thunderstorms and the possibility of lightning strikes.
Rain and Thunderstorm Outlook
Light to moderate rain is forecast for several mountainous stretches, accompanied by occasional gusts, thunder and lightning. The department also anticipates moderate rainfall on October 6‑7 for Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Dehradun, Tehri and Pauri, with thunderstorms likely to accompany the showers.
Temperature Changes
As snow settles on the higher slopes, temperatures there will drop sharply. In contrast, the lower‑lying plains should enjoy relatively milder and drier conditions throughout the alert period.
