In short: Fresh snow fell at Badrinath Dham on Sunday, 15 November 2026, a day before the temple closes for winter at 9:37 pm on 16 November. The weather office expects light rain in the hills on Sunday and dry weather from 16 to 20 November.
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Badrinath Dham in Chamoli district woke up to fresh snow on Sunday, 15 November 2026, news agency ANI and Amar Ujala reported. The snow covered the shrine and the high slopes around it, and the cold grew sharper across the valley. It came just one day before the temple doors close for the winter at 9:37 pm on Monday, 16 November.
Pilgrims kept arriving for the last darshan of the season despite the chill, both reports said. No road closure or travel disruption was reported.
| What happened | Fresh snowfall at Badrinath Dham |
|---|---|
| When | Sunday, 15 November 2026 |
| Where | Badrinath, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand |
| Forecast for 15 Nov | Light rain likely in hill districts; snow possible above 3,200 metres |
| Forecast for 16–20 Nov | Dry weather across Uttarakhand; day temperatures expected to rise |
| Temple closing | 16 November 2026 at 9:37 pm |
| Roads | No closure reported on 15 November |
What the weather office says
According to the Meteorological Centre forecast reported by Amar Ujala, light rain is likely in the hill districts on 15 November, with snow possible in places above 3,200 metres. From 16 to 20 November, the weather is expected to stay dry across the state, and day temperatures may rise in both the plains and the hills.
This means the closing day and the start of the deity’s journey to the winter seats are expected to see clear weather, although nights at Badrinath will stay very cold.
The closing rituals, called Panch Puja, have been going on at Badrinath since 12 November. Read our earlier report: Badrinath: Vedic Recitation Stops on Day 3, 14 Nov.
What this means for yatris
- If you are going to Badrinath for the closing ceremony, pack heavy woollens, gloves, a cap and warm socks. The evening ceremony on 16 November will be very cold.
- Check the weather and road updates from Uttarakhand Police and the district administration before you leave Jyotirmath for Badrinath.
- Start early in the day and avoid driving on mountain roads after dark, when snow or frost can make the road slippery.
- After the doors close, Badrinath ji’s winter worship continues at Pandukeshwar and Jyotirmath. See our Badrinath winter darshan guide.
Related guides and yatras
- Badrinath weather month by month
- Badrinath opening and closing dates
- Badrinath winter darshan at Pandukeshwar and Jyotirmath
- Badrinath yatra guide
- Badrinath and Joshimath darshan yatra
More yatra updates
Frequently asked questions
Did it snow at Badrinath on 15 November 2026?
Yes. Fresh snow fell at Badrinath Dham on Sunday, 15 November 2026, covering the shrine and the nearby high slopes, according to ANI and Amar Ujala.
Will the snow change the Badrinath closing date?
No change has been announced. The temple is set to close for winter at 9:37 pm on 16 November 2026.
What is the weather forecast for the closing day?
The forecast reported for Uttarakhand says the weather should stay dry from 16 to 20 November, after light rain in the hills on 15 November.
Is the road to Badrinath open?
No road closure was reported on 15 November. Conditions in the mountains can change quickly, so check official police and district updates on the day you travel.
Where can I have darshan of Badrinath ji after the doors close?
In winter, Badrinath ji is worshipped at the Yogdhyan Badri temple in Pandukeshwar and the Narsingh temple in Jyotirmath.
Sources
- ANI – Temperatures plummet in Badrinath as fresh snowfall precedes winter portal closure on Nov 16 (15 November 2026)
- Amar Ujala – Uttarakhand weather update: snowfall in Badrinath Dham increases cold, rain likely in several districts today (15 November 2026)
