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Garhwal in August
The best flower weeks in the Valley of Flowers fall between late July and late August, with blue poppies, balsam and brahma kamal at Hemkund. Rain continues and road closures still happen, so this is a month for patient travellers. Mussoorie is green and misty. Hotel rates along the yatra road are at their lowest of the open season.
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Our picks for August
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Valley of Flowers & Hemkund
A UNESCO hanging valley that blooms in the monsoon
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Mussoorie & Landour
A Raj-era ridge town, and the quiet cantonment above it
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Rishikesh
Where the Ganga leaves the hills and the yatra begins
Trips
Trips at their best in August
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Saver
Valley of Flowers and Hemkund by bus
UTC and GMOU buses, shared jeeps and walking
Elsewhere in August
Other hives this month
Questions
Garhwal in August, answered
Is August a good time to visit Garhwal?
The best flower weeks in the Valley of Flowers fall between late July and late August, with blue poppies, balsam and brahma kamal at Hemkund. Rain continues and road closures still happen, so this is a month for patient travellers. Mussoorie is green and misty. Hotel rates along the yatra road are at their lowest of the open season.
What is the weather like in Garhwal in August?
Rishikesh 25–33 °C; Valley of Flowers 8–16 °C. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Garhwal in August?
We suggest Valley of Flowers & Hemkund, Mussoorie & Landour, Rishikesh. Keep two spare days between Ghangaria and your train or flight home.