Rishikesh · WinterMonth summary
Rishikesh weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
45°F – 68°F
🌧 Rainy days
4% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
March (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Rishikesh in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Favourable conditions in December (7.8/10). March scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Rishikesh in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in December
Even in winter, Rishikesh enjoys 20°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (4% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 43°F | 64°F | 16% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 7.3/10 | 4.9/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 46°F | 72°F | 13% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 8.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 55°F | 82°F | 15% | 0.0in | 11.5h | 8.9/10 | 4.5/10 |
| ☀️ April | 63°F | 93°F | 10% | 0.0in | 12.0h | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 |
| ☀️ May | 70°F | 95°F | 22% | 0.1in | 12.2h | 7.1/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 75°F | 95°F | 37% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 7.0/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 75°F | 88°F | 83% | 0.4in | 9.3h | 6.6/10 | 2.4/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 75°F | 88°F | 85% | 0.4in | 9.3h | 6.4/10 | 2.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 72°F | 86°F | 53% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.4/10 | 3.5/10 |
| ☀️ October | 63°F | 84°F | 7% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.8/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 54°F | 75°F | 3% | 0.0in | 9.9h | 8.5/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 45°F | 68°F | 4% | 0.0in | 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 December, Rishikesh averages 68°F, 4% rainy days and 9.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.8/10.
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Comparison
December vs March (best month)
The best month is March (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +8°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +11%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Rishikesh in December
Is December a good time to visit Rishikesh?
Yes, December is a good time (7.8/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Rishikesh in December?
With 68°F max and 9.5h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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