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Kedarnath temperature plunges to -8°C amid severe cold snap
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 02:02 PM
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The Himalayan shrine of Kedarnath recorded a temperature of minus eight degrees Celsius, marking a sharp drop in the region’s weather.
Kedarnath, the revered pilgrimage town in Uttarakhand, saw its temperature fall to minus eight degrees Celsius, according to the latest readings from the Indian Meteorological Department. This sharp dip follows a series of cold fronts sweeping across the northern Himalayas this week.
The sub‑zero conditions have led to heavy snowfall around the temple complex, prompting local authorities to advise pilgrims to limit their visits and to carry adequate warm clothing. Some trekking routes to the shrine have been temporarily closed for safety.
Meteorologists warn that the cold spell could persist for several days, with wind chill factors making the perceived temperature even lower. They have issued advisories for travelers in the region to stay updated on weather bulletins and to avoid non‑essential travel.
The extreme cold in Kedarnath is part of a broader pattern affecting high‑altitude areas in the Himalayas, where temperatures have dropped well below freezing, raising concerns about road accessibility and the welfare of residents and visitors alike.
The sub‑zero conditions have led to heavy snowfall around the temple complex, prompting local authorities to advise pilgrims to limit their visits and to carry adequate warm clothing. Some trekking routes to the shrine have been temporarily closed for safety.
Meteorologists warn that the cold spell could persist for several days, with wind chill factors making the perceived temperature even lower. They have issued advisories for travelers in the region to stay updated on weather bulletins and to avoid non‑essential travel.
The extreme cold in Kedarnath is part of a broader pattern affecting high‑altitude areas in the Himalayas, where temperatures have dropped well below freezing, raising concerns about road accessibility and the welfare of residents and visitors alike.