Har Ki Pauri month by month
The seasons at Har Ki Pauri
Autumn and winter
BestComfortable weather and an early-evening aarti around 5:30 pm. The water is cold for a dip, and fog can delay trains in December and January.
Ardh Kumbh 2027
Ardh KumbhA once-in-six-years mela with Amrit Snans on 6 and 8 March and 14 and 20 April 2027. Book stays early and expect road closures on bathing days.
Summer
HotDays can cross 40°C, but the river is refreshing. Holiday crowds are heavy in May and June.
Monsoon and Kanwar Yatra
Take careIn Shravan, millions of Kanwariyas come to collect Ganga water and roads are diverted. The river runs high and fast in the monsoon; stay on the steps.
Best Time to Visit Har Ki Pauri: FAQs
Which month is best for Haridwar?
October to March, when the weather is pleasant. Avoid the Kanwar Yatra weeks in July unless you are part of it.
Why is the water low at Har Ki Pauri in October?
Every year for about two to three weeks around Dussehra to Diwali, the Ganga canal is partly drained for cleaning and repairs. The aarti continues.
When is the Kanwar Yatra?
In the Hindu month of Shravan, usually in July. Haridwar is extremely crowded and many roads are closed to normal traffic.
