Mercury Rises in Uttarakhand—But Rain Is on the Horizon
Uttarakhand is baking under an early summer heatwave. Daytime temperatures have climbed between 22°C and 39°C across the state, leaving many reaching for water bottles and shade. In places like Nainital and Dehradun, the sensors are flirting with 40°C, especially during the first half of June. Nights offer slight relief, cooling down to just above 21°C—but that's still balmy enough to keep fans and coolers running non-stop.
The story doesn't end with the heat. There’s relief in sight, and you can almost smell the rain in the air. Weather models are pointing toward scattered rains making their way to the hills, especially around Nainital and Bageshwar. If you're heading outdoors, an umbrella could suddenly become your best friend. The forecast suggests anywhere from 3 to 8 rainy days for these districts before the month is over, but don’t count on a downpour every day—these showers are likely to appear unexpectedly rather than linger.
Monsoon: A Breath of Fresh Air, Arriving Soon
For anyone waiting for genuine relief from the heat, all eyes are on the monsoon. Met departments have pegged the monsoon's arrival right after June 20. This signals a real change—not just the odd passing shower, but the steady, soaking rain that Uttarakhand counts on each year to cool things down, fill up rivers, and green up the countryside. You might notice humid afternoons and distant thunder, typical signs that the monsoon isn’t far away.
In Dehradun, the shift is already noticeable. The city recently tallied five rainy days so far this month, collecting about 120 mm of rain—enough to give trees a fresh coat of green and offer brief spells of cooler air. But the sunshine hasn’t quit, shining over Dehradun for 11.7 hours on some days, keeping everyday life in a tug-of-war between umbrella and sunscreen.
This weather roller-coaster—sweltering days followed by sudden rains—has locals and tourists checking updates more than usual. So if you’re traveling or planning hikes around Nainital, Bageshwar, or Dehradun, pack for both sun and showers. That’s Uttarakhand in June: sweaty, unpredictable, and always inching toward those first true monsoon clouds.