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Weather
Snow and Rain Blanket Uttarakhand; Kedarnath Turns White as Temperatures Drop
✍️ India Today
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 01:01 PM
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Rain and snowfall swept across Uttarakhand, turning the pilgrimage town of Kedarnath white and pushing temperatures lower.
Rain showers combined with snowfall moved across the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand, affecting large swathes of the region. The mixed precipitation was reported in several districts, prompting local authorities to issue weather advisories.
In the sacred town of Kedarnath, the snow accumulation turned the landscape completely white, covering the temple complex and surrounding hills. Pilgrims and residents observed the dramatic change, with the iconic shrine appearing under a blanket of fresh snow.
Meteorological officials noted a noticeable drop in temperature following the cold front, making conditions colder than usual for this time of year. The dip in temperature is expected to persist through the night, prompting residents to take precautionary measures against the chill.
In the sacred town of Kedarnath, the snow accumulation turned the landscape completely white, covering the temple complex and surrounding hills. Pilgrims and residents observed the dramatic change, with the iconic shrine appearing under a blanket of fresh snow.
Meteorological officials noted a noticeable drop in temperature following the cold front, making conditions colder than usual for this time of year. The dip in temperature is expected to persist through the night, prompting residents to take precautionary measures against the chill.