Rishikesh
A yoga capital where ashrams line the Ganges the way cafes line other rivers, whitewater rafting on the same holy water pilgrims bathe in further downstream, and a suspension bridge crossing that counts as a rite of passage for every visitor.
The best time to visit Rishikesh is Sep–Nov, Feb–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F). Local time there is 07:42 (UTC+5:30).
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In season
The year at a glance
February · high 69°F · rain 2.0in · 11.1h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Dehradun (Jauligrant), this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C63°F | 70mm2.8in | 10.4h10.4h | |
| February | 21°C69°F | 50mm2.0in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| March | 26°C79°F | 43mm1.7in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 31°C88°F | 16mm0.6in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| May | 32°C90°F | 65mm2.6in | 13.7h13.7h | |
| June | 33°C92°F | 109mm4.3in | 14.1h14.1h | |
| July | 30°C86°F | 333mm13.1in | 13.9h13.9h | |
| August | 30°C86°F | 297mm11.7in | 13.2h13.2h | |
| September | 30°C85°F | 151mm5.9in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| October | 28°C82°F | 45mm1.8in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
| November | 23°C74°F | 14mm0.6in | 10.6h10.6h | in the recommended window |
| December | 19°C66°F | 10mm0.4in | 10.2h10.2h |
Good to know
- Currency
- INR · Indian rupee
- Language
- Hindi, English
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Rishikesh?
The best time to visit Rishikesh is Sep–Nov, Feb–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (85°F).
How warm does Rishikesh get?
Typical daytime highs in Rishikesh are Mar–May 30°C (85°F), Jun–Aug 31°C (88°F), Sep–Nov 27°C (80°F), Dec–Feb 19°C (66°F).
Is Rishikesh expensive?
On the ground, Rishikesh is budget-friendly.
What sort of trip is Rishikesh good for?
Rishikesh is good for moving about and doing things, old stones and real towns, landscape doing the heavy lifting, an unhurried pace.
