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Uttarakhand Weather: Uttarakhand is grappling with severe weather conditions as continuous heavy rainfall wreaks havoc across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for nine districts including Dehradun, Nainital, and Tehri Garhwal for June 30. In light of the worsening conditions, the state government has announced the closure of all government and private schools, as well as anganwadis, on Monday. The ongoing Chardham Yatra, which was temporarily suspended on Sunday due to adverse weather, has now resumed with strict advisories in place. Several districts are also under yellow and orange alerts, and residents have been urged to exercise caution.

In Uttarkashi, a landslide had blocked the crucial Gangotri National Highway, but the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has since managed to restore access near Netala, Naluna, and Laldhang. Similarly, in Chamoli, traffic between Gauchar and Badrinath Dham has resumed after a temporary closure near Gauchar and Karnaprayag. However, in Pithoragarh, a massive landslide at Ghat Band has shut down the Pithoragarh-Ghat Highway, stranding numerous vehicles on both sides.

Authorities in Haridwar have conducted a mock drill to test disaster preparedness amid fears of a potential surge in the Ganga’s water level. Relief centres have been set up at Bhalla Inter College, while staging areas at Rishikul ground have been readied for any emergency evacuations. Meanwhile, to prevent flooding, water from the rapidly rising Ganga is being diverted via the Bhimgoda area.

Nainital and nearby regions like Mukteshwar, Ramgarh, Bhimtal, Bhowali, Okhalkanda, Dhari, and Dhanachuli witnessed persistent rainfall on Sunday. An orange alert has been sounded for these areas on Monday. In the plains, towns such as Haldwani, Lalkuan, Ramnagar, Chakalua, Chhoi, and Kaladhungi also experienced heavy downpours through Sunday into the night, with overcast skies continuing into Monday morning.

Uttarakhand Weather: Chardham Yatra Resumes With Caution

Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed that the 24-hour halt on the Chardham Yatra has been lifted. However, district authorities along the route have been instructed to closely monitor weather conditions and regulate traffic to ensure the safety of pilgrims.

Residents and tourists are advised to follow official updates, avoid travel to high-risk areas, and remain indoors unless absolutely necessary. Emergency services remain on high alert across all affected districts.

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Uttarakhand Weather Forecast ( June 30 - July 6 )

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for several districts in Uttarakhand from June 30 to July 6.

June 30: A red alert has been issued for Tehri Garhwal, Uttarkashi, and Dehradun, while an orange alert is in place for Nainital, Champawat, and Pauri Garhwal. The remaining districts are under a yellow alert, with the forecast indicating very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls.

July 1: An orange alert has been issued for Uttarkashi, Dehradun, Tehri Garhwal, Pauri Garhwal, Chamoli, Nainital, and Bageshwar.

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July 2: The IMD continues the orange alert in Uttarkashi, Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Rudraprayag, Tehri Garhwal, Almora, Bageshwar, and Nainital, while the rest of the districts remain under a yellow alert. The weather on this day is expected to bring very heavy rain along with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.

July 3 - July 6: A yellow alert has been issued for all 13 districts—Almora, Bageshwar, Chamoli, Champawat, Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital, Pauri Garhwal, Pithoragarh, Rudraprayag, Tehri Garhwal, Udham Singh Nagar, and Uttarkashi. During this period, the state is likely to experience heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls across various regions.