Uttarakhand Weather Today, April 18: Weather changes ahead of Chardham Yatra, yellow alert for rain in the mountains

Uttarakhand Today’s Weather, 18 April 2026:

A change in the weather is being seen before the start of Chardham Yatra. A yellow alert has been issued for rain, snowfall, and strong winds in mountainous regions.

Dehradun: Just before the start of the Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand, the weather has taken a turn. While on one hand the pilgrimage is going to start with the opening of the doors of Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, on the other hand, a change in weather is being seen from the hilly to the plain areas of the state. The mountains are cloudy and there are chances of rain, while the humid heat in the plains is troubling the people.

Rain and thunderstorm alert in hilly areas

According to the Meteorological Center, light rain and thundershowers are expected at many places in Tehri, Rudraprayag, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh districts today. Along with this, a yellow alert has been issued in these areas for lightning and strong storm at a speed of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. The Meteorological Department has advised travelers and locals to remain vigilant.

Snowfall expected in high altitude areas

According to the Meteorological Department, light snowfall may occur in areas with an altitude of 4,000 meters or more. This will likely bring a drop in temperatures in high altitude areas and provide some relief from the heat. However, this may also increase slipperiness and risk on travel routes.

Humidity in the plains, including Dehradun

On Friday, Dehradun and surrounding areas remained cloudy throughout the day. While the bright sunshine brought some relief, the humid heat continued to bother people. The maximum temperature reached 36 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature also recorded an increase. Cloudy skies remained overnight, raising the possibility of rain.

Weather for the next few days

The Meteorological Department predicts that similar weather conditions will prevail in the plains of Uttarakhand for the next few days, with cloudy skies and humidity. Intermittent light rain may continue in the mountainous regions, leading to a slight drop in temperatures.

The weather has once again taken a turn for the worse in Uttarakhand, where the scorching sun and intense heat are making life miserable for people in the plains like Dehradun, Haridwar and Haldwani. There is a possibility of rain and snowfall in hilly districts like Uttarkashi, Chamoli and Pithoragarh. Find out what the weather will be like.

Uttarakhand Weather Update 18 April 2026:

Uttarakhand is experiencing two distinct weather patterns these days. While the plains of Uttarakhand are in the grip of heat, the phase of snowfall is about to start once again in the high mountains. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for five hill districts including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli for today. A new western disturbance is expected to alter the weather in the mountains over the next 48 hours. The morning and night chill in the mountains still persists, which may increase further in the coming 48 hours. The administration has advised pilgrims to be cautious about inclement weather and strong storms.

Clouds are settling in the mountains.

Although most parts of the state are currently experiencing clear skies and bright sunshine in the morning, clouds have begun to gather in the mountains as evening approaches due to the activation of a new western disturbance originating in the Mediterranean Sea.

Yellow alert in these 5 districts

On April 18 and 19, isolated thunderstorms and lightning are likely in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh districts. According to the Meteorological Department, strong winds with winds of up to 40-50 km per hour are possible in these districts. According to meteorologists, there is a possibility of rain accompanied by strong storm in the upper areas of Uttarkashi, Tehri, Chamoli and Rudraprayag within the next 24 to 48 hours. Especially in areas with an altitude of more than 3800 to 4000 meters, which includes the high peaks of Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham, light to moderate snowfall can be seen. The administration and pilgrims preparing for the Char Dham pilgrimage have been advised to remain vigilant.

However, while there is a possibility of rain on one hand, the department has also clarified that the maximum temperature in the plain districts may increase by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius, which may lead to heat wave like conditions in the coming days. The western disturbance will primarily impact the mountainous districts, leading to rain and snowfall.

Heat wave in the plains

Heat wave conditions will continue in the plains. The maximum temperature in Dehradun is likely to be 36°C and in Haridwar and Haldwani the mercury is likely to cross 38°C. However, partly cloudy skies may provide some relief.

The weather in Uttarakhand has taken a turn once again. While the plains are in the grip of heat, the phase of snowfall is about to start once again in the high mountains. IMD has issued a yellow alert for five hill districts including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli. A new western disturbance is expected to alter the weather in the mountains over the next 48 hours. On one hand, the mercury has crossed 38 degrees Celsius in cities like Haridwar and Haldwani, making people miserable, while on the other hand, there is a possibility of heavy rain and snowfall on the high peaks. In view of this, the administration has advised pilgrims to be cautious about inclement weather and strong storms.

Uttarakhand is experiencing two distinct weather patterns these days. While on one hand the heat and bright sunlight in the plains of the state have started making people sweat, on the other hand, the phase of snowfall and heavy rain is about to start once again in the high Himalayan regions. According to the latest forecast of IMD, from April 18, the weather is going to change completely in the five major hill districts of the state – Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh. At present, even though the morning is starting with clear sky and bright sunshine in most parts of the state, but due to the activation of a new western disturbance arising from the Mediterranean Sea, clouds have started gathering on the mountains as the evening approaches. The heat in the plains is so intense that people have now started taking the help of fans and coolers during the day, whereas in the high mountains, the chill in the morning and night still persists, which may increase further in the coming 48 hours.

For more such information, connect with us today: : www.globalmediaa.com