Rishikesh · SpringMonth summary
Rishikesh weather in March
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
13°C – 28°C
🌧 Rainy days
15% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Rishikesh in March?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to combine beach, sightseeing and hiking — versatile weather (28°C, little rain).
❌ No if: you want to avoid tourist crowds — this is the busiest period.
Our take: March is a good time to visit Rishikesh. March remains slightly better (+0.0 pts).
By trip type
Rishikesh in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Rishikesh. Temperatures rise (28°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (8.9/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 6°C | 18°C | 16% | 1.2 | 10.0h | 7.3/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 8°C | 22°C | 13% | 1.2 | 10.0h | 8.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 13°C | 28°C | 15% | 1.2 | 11.5h | 8.9/10 | 4.5/10 |
| ☀️ April | 17°C | 34°C | 10% | 0.4 | 12.0h | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 21°C | 35°C | 22% | 1.6 | 12.2h | 7.1/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 24°C | 35°C | 37% | 3.2 | 12.1h | 7.0/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 24°C | 31°C | 83% | 10.7 | 9.3h | 6.6/10 | 2.4/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 24°C | 31°C | 85% | 10.4 | 9.3h | 6.4/10 | 2.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 30°C | 53% | 6.9 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 | 3.5/10 |
| ☀️ October | 17°C | 29°C | 7% | 0.9 | 11.0h | 8.8/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 12°C | 24°C | 3% | 0.1 | 9.9h | 8.5/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 7°C | 20°C | 4% | 0.3 | 9.5h | 7.8/10 | 4.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Rishikesh averages 28°C, 15% rainy days and 11.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.9/10.
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Comparison
March vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Rishikesh in March
Is March a good time to visit Rishikesh?
Yes, March is a good time (8.9/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Rishikesh in March?
With 28°C and 11.5h of sunshine, all outdoor activities are possible: hiking, sightseeing and terraces.
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