The monsoon is preparing to withdraw from Uttarakhand, with meteorologists forecasting that the rainy season will end across the state within the next three days. While the plains have already begun to experience clearer skies, several hill districts are expected to see light showers today as the final phase of the season plays out.
Our correspondent reports that districts including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh have been identified for scattered drizzle. The weather in Dehradun will remain mostly clear with periods of cloud cover. On Wednesday, the maximum temperature in the city was recorded at 33.8 degrees Celsius while the minimum stood at 23.4 degrees Celsius. These figures reflect the gradual shift towards post-monsoon conditions.
According to the India Meteorological Department, there are no active warnings for Uttarakhand over the coming days. Officials noted that while isolated rainfall is possible in the hills, no extreme weather patterns are anticipated. The withdrawal is expected to bring settled conditions, with dry and sunny weather gradually dominating across both plains and higher altitudes.
Our correspondent adds that the arrival of drier weather is being welcomed by the tourism industry, which has faced months of disruption during the monsoon. Operators in hill stations such as Mussoorie, Nainital and Ranikhet are preparing for an increase in visitors as the festive season approaches. With the Ganga river rafting season in Rishikesh also resuming this week, businesses anticipate a surge in footfall.
The seasonal withdrawal is particularly significant in Uttarakhand, where monsoon rains bring both relief and risk. While the showers replenish water supplies and sustain agriculture, they also raise the threat of landslides and flooding in vulnerable areas. The reduction in rainfall is expected to ease pressure on disaster management teams that have been on high alert throughout the season.
Our correspondent reports that the state administration has urged residents in hill districts to remain cautious for the next few days. Even light rain can trigger landslides in fragile zones, and road connectivity may still be affected temporarily. Authorities said vigilance is essential until conditions fully stabilise.
Our correspondent adds that farmers across the plains are already adjusting to the transition. The final showers are expected to benefit late paddy crops, while clearer skies will aid harvesting and preparation for the next sowing season. Agricultural experts believe that the end of the monsoon, if followed by favourable winter rains, will set the stage for a productive rabi season.
For urban areas, the withdrawal will also mean a shift in energy consumption patterns, with a likely rise in electricity demand for cooling during warm afternoons. Health experts meanwhile advised precautions during the changing season, highlighting the risk of viral infections and mosquito-borne diseases that often spike as stagnant water remains in low-lying areas.
In the broader context, the conclusion of the monsoon marks an important annual milestone for Uttarakhand. It signals the end of months of uncertainty caused by heavy rain and the beginning of a period more conducive to travel, festivals and economic activity. The next few days will thus serve as the state’s transition from monsoon dependence to autumn vibrancy.
