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  "type": "article",
  "title": "Uttarakhand on Five-Day Yellow Alert: Thunderstorms, 50 KMPH Winds and Snowfall Warning Across Hill Districts",
  "summary": "The meteorological department has issued yellow alerts for five Uttarakhand hill districts through June 25, warning of wind gusts up to 50 kmph and lightning. Dehradun temperatures are forecast to peak at 38 degrees Celsius later in the week.",
  "content": "Five Districts Under Yellow Alert for Five Consecutive Days\nA prolonged spell of active weather is set to sweep across Uttarakhand's mountains from June 20, with the meteorological department keeping yellow alerts in place for Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh through June 25. Residents of high-altitude areas and travellers on mountain routes have been urged to stay alert. Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and wind gusts of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour are expected across these five districts. The plains districts of Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar are forecast to remain dry throughout this period.\n\nTemperature Snapshot: Plains Swelter, Kedarnath Stays Near Freezing\nIn the 24 hours leading up to June 20, maximum temperatures in the plains ran above normal while the hills recorded near-normal readings. Khatima and Roorkee both touched 37.5 degrees Celsius, the highest figures in the state. At the opposite end, Kedarnath recorded a minimum of 8.9 degrees Celsius, the lowest in Uttarakhand. Minimum temperatures in the plains were also above normal, while hill areas saw near-normal or slightly below-normal lows. No significant shift in temperatures is expected over the next four to five days.\n\nJune 20: Snowfall Possible Above 4,200 Metres\nOn Saturday June 20, scattered light to moderate showers and thunderstorms are forecast in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh. Areas at altitudes of 4,200 metres or higher could see snowfall. The risk of lightning combined with winds reaching 40 to 50 kmph has prompted the yellow alert across these districts. Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar will remain dry on this day.\n\nJune 21: The Same Five Districts Face the Same Warning\nSunday June 21 brings an almost identical forecast for the region. The same five districts can expect light to moderate rain and thundershowers, while isolated very light showers are possible in other hill districts. The yellow alert remains in force for all five, with lightning and 40 to 50 kmph winds still a threat. Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar should again see clear, dry skies.\n\nJune 22 to 25: No Reprieve for Mountain Travellers\nThe active weather pattern holds through June 22, 23, 24 and 25. Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh will continue to see pockets of rain and thunder on each of these days. Other hill districts across the state may receive isolated light showers, while Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar are expected to stay largely clear and dry. The overall picture is one of sustained unsettled weather in the mountains for several days ahead.\n\nDehradun Forecast: Cloud Cover, Rain and Dust Storms Until June 25\nUttarakhand's capital Dehradun is set for partly cloudy skies from June 20 through June 25. During this stretch, spells of rain, thunder, lightning and occasional dust storms are possible. Between June 20 and 22, the minimum temperature is expected to stay around 26 degrees Celsius with the maximum near 37 degrees Celsius. From June 23 to 25, the minimum could nudge up to 27 degrees Celsius while the maximum may reach 38 degrees Celsius. The weather department has called on the public to exercise caution whenever severe conditions develop.\n\nWhat this means for you\n• Across Uttarakhand: Anyone travelling to hill districts over the next five days should check forecasts carefully, as wind gusts up to 50 kmph and lightning make mountain roads genuinely hazardous.\n• In Dehradun: Residents should prepare for dust storms alongside rain between June 20 and 25, and motorists should drive with extra care during sudden weather spells.\n• For Char Dham pilgrims: Key pilgrimage routes through Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag and Chamoli will see persistent unsettled weather, so verify conditions before departing.\n\nQuestions & Answers\n\n1. Which Uttarakhand districts are under yellow alert?\nUttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh are under yellow alert from June 20 to June 25.\n\n2. What wind speeds are expected in the alerted districts?\nWind gusts of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour are forecast across the five yellow-alert districts.\n\n3. Where were the highest and lowest temperatures recorded in the state?\nThe highest maximum of 37.5 degrees Celsius was recorded at both Khatima and Roorkee, while Kedarnath saw the lowest minimum at 8.9 degrees Celsius.\n\n4. Is snowfall possible in Uttarakhand during this period?\nYes, snowfall is possible at altitudes of 4,200 metres and above.\n\n5. What temperatures are forecast for Dehradun from June 20 to 25?\nFrom June 20 to 22, the minimum is expected around 26 degrees Celsius and the maximum around 37 degrees Celsius; from June 23 to 25, these rise to 27 and 38 degrees Celsius respectively.\n\n6. Can light rain trigger landslides in the mountains?\nYes, if the soil is already saturated, even light to moderate rainfall can set off landslides, which is why extra caution on mountain roads is strongly advised during the rainy season.\n\n7. What is the difference between an orange alert and a red alert?\nAn orange alert is a warning urging people to stay alert and make necessary preparations, while a red alert is the most severe warning, indicating that weather conditions could pose a serious threat to life and property and that immediate precautions are essential.\n\n8. Why do cloudbursts occur more often in mountain regions during the rains?\nA cloudburst happens when an extremely large volume of rain falls over a very small area in a very short time. In hilly states like Uttarakhand, tall peaks combined with moisture-laden winds create the conditions for sudden, intense downpours that can trigger flash floods and widespread destruction.\n\n9. What natural signs indicate that lightning is about to strike?\nLoud thunder, rapidly forming dark clouds, sudden strong winds and repeated flashes are considered key warning signs of lightning. Anyone who notices these conditions should immediately move to a safe, sheltered location.\n\n10. Will Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar be affected by this weather system?\nNo, both these plains districts are expected to remain largely dry and clear throughout the period.",
  "url": "https://trendkia.com/en/uttarakhand/uttarakhand-mausama-apadeta-uttarakashi-se-pithauragarha-taka-5-dina-yelo-alarta-1879",
  "category": "Uttarakhand",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-20",
  "tags": [
    "Uttarakhand weather",
    "yellow alert",
    "rain forecast",
    "Dehradun temperature",
    "Kedarnath weather",
    "mountain district alert",
    "Uttarakhand monsoon",
    "snowfall warning"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "site": "TrendKia"
}