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Best Time for Bansi Narayan Temple Trek — Month-by-Month Guide
Sep/Oct or during Raksha Bandhan in August.
Seasonal Verdict
When should you go?
Best done in late spring for blooming rhododendrons, or autumn for clear skies. It is incredibly popular (and crowded) specifically on Raksha Bandhan day in August.
Season at a Glance
Editor's Notes
Month by Month
What each month looks like
January
Conditions
Closed. Snow.
Crowds
none
Deep snow accumulation, extreme cold, or closed trail conditions
Closed.
February
Conditions
Closed.
Crowds
none
Deep snow accumulation, extreme cold, or closed trail conditions
Closed.
March
Conditions
Closed.
Crowds
none
Deep snow accumulation, extreme cold, or closed trail conditions
Closed.
April
Peak SeasonConditions
Possible, but snow patches remain.
Crowds
medium
Possible.
May
Peak SeasonConditions
Prime season. Forests are green.
Crowds
medium
Prime season.
June
Peak SeasonConditions
Prime season.
Crowds
medium
Prime season.
July
Peak SeasonConditions
Monsoon risk. Landslides on the road to Joshimath.
Crowds
medium
Monsoon risk.
August
Peak SeasonConditions
Monsoon risk, EXCEPT for Raksha Bandhan when hundreds of locals make the pilgrimage.
Crowds
medium
Raksha Bandhan festival occurs now.
September
Peak SeasonConditions
The absolute best month for clear views.
Crowds
medium
Prime season.
October
Peak SeasonConditions
Crisp autumn weather.
Crowds
medium
Prime season.
November
Peak SeasonConditions
Cold but doable.
Crowds
medium
Cold but doable.
December
Conditions
Closed.
Crowds
none
Deep snow accumulation, extreme cold, or closed trail conditions
Closed.
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