Vaishno Devi weather in October
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C, with around 5 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Vaishno Devi. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
21°C
Average low
11°C
Rainy days
5 days
Best months to visit
May, June, October
What to do in Vaishno Devi in October
Whatever the weather, Vaishno Devi rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Trek 13 km uphill to Vaishno Devi cave shrine
Experience the stampede of millions during peak season (or quiet off-season)
Visit Banganga natural spring at mountain base
Explore Bhairon Cave shrine nearby
Stay in pilgrimage guesthouses and observe rituals
Photograph Trikuta peaks at sunrise
What to pack for October
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
22C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
May
26C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
25C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August
24C
Mild and comfortable, with frequent heavy rain.
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
October (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
13C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
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