Rishīkesh weather
At 3:45 AM local time it was clear and 15°C (59°F). Little to no rain in the next 24 hours. Best months for weather: Oct–Mar. Rishīkesh sits 364 m (1,194 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Rishīkesh, Uttarakhand, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 12%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Little to no rain in the next 24 hours
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Oct–MarOff season Jun–Aug
About Rishīkesh weather
Is it raining in Rishīkesh right now?
No. It’s clear and 15° right now. Little to no rain in the next 24 hours.
What’s the weather like in Rishīkesh this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 25–27° and lows of 13–15°. Little rain is expected. The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Rishīkesh lately?
In the past 7 days, Rishīkesh had 2 rainy days and 25.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Rishīkesh?
For the coming week, bring light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Rishīkesh weather by month
When is the best time to visit Rishīkesh?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Rishīkesh is Oct–Mar, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Jun–Aug tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 19°C (66°F) in January to 39°C (102°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Rishīkesh?
July is the wettest month, with about 381 mm (15.0 in) of rain on average. November is the driest, with about 5 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Rishīkesh?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 39°C (102°F) and lows of 25°C (76°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F).
Does Rishīkesh have a rainy season?
Yes. Jun–Sep is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Oct–May is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months