On Monday afternoon, the weather in Chamoli took a sudden turn. Along with rain, snowfall began in the higher-altitude regions. Fresh snowfall has been recorded at Badrinath Dham, Hemkund Sahib, and Auli. The combination of snowfall and rain has brought a significant drop in temperature across the entire region, providing a welcome respite for the local residents. Amidst this changing weather, the scenery of the mountains has become breathtakingly beautiful—as if nature itself has bestowed a fresh gift upon the hills this year.
Heat in the Plains, Cold in the Mountains
While temperatures are rising across the plains—stretching from the north to the south—Uttarakhand is experiencing rainfall during the month of April. The Meteorological Department has forecast rain in Uttarakhand until Sunday, April 12. Widespread rainfall is expected across the entire state on Tuesday, April 7, and Wednesday, April 8; consequently, an ‘Orange Alert’ has been issued for these two days.
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— Meteorological Centre Dehradun (@mcdehradun) April 6, 2026
Orange Alert for Weather on Tuesday
According to the Meteorological Department, rain is expected on Tuesday, April 7, in all districts of Uttarakhand—including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. In these districts, light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder is likely to occur at several locations. Snowfall is anticipated in areas situated at altitudes of 3,300 meters and above within these districts. The remaining eight districts of the state are also expected to witness light to moderate rainfall at a few isolated places. Additionally, other hilly districts will experience rain at altitudes of 3,300 meters and higher. The Meteorological Department has officially issued an Orange Alert for April 7.
Orange Alert to Continue on Wednesday
Similarly, on Wednesday, April 8, light to moderate rainfall is forecast for numerous locations across the districts of Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. The remaining districts of the state are also expected to receive light to moderate rainfall at some places. In the hilly districts, snowfall is anticipated in areas situated at altitudes of 3,300 meters and above. The Orange Alert regarding weather conditions will remain in effect on Wednesday as well.
Weather Forecast for Thursday, April 9
On Thursday, April 9, light to moderate rainfall is expected at a few locations across five hilly districts of the state: Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. The remaining hilly districts of the state will experience very light to light rainfall at isolated places. During this period, snowfall will occur at altitudes of 3,300 meters and above. The weather will remain dry in the plains districts of the state.
Weather Outlook for Friday
On Friday, April 10, the extent of rainfall is expected to narrow. On this day, very light to light rainfall will occur at isolated places in only five hilly districts: Uttarkashi, Rudraprayad, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. Furthermore, the snowline will shift to higher altitudes, occurring at 3,700 meters and above. There will be no rainfall in the remaining districts.
