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COMPARISONS · UTTARAKHAND

Kedarnath vs Uttarkashi.

Side-by-side data — monthly weather, daily cost, difficulty, kids-friendliness, network. Pick the one that fits your trip.

Quick verdict

Both destinations score equally right now (10.0/10). Overall, Uttarkashi has more favourable months across the year.

Side-by-side · 7 factors

 
Kedarnath
Uttarkashi
May score
10.0/10
10.0/10
Difficulty
hard
easy
Elevation
3,583 m
1,158 m
Budget tier
budget
budget
Kids rating
2.0/10
6.0/10
Safety
6.0/10
6.0/10
Network
Bsnl
Airtel / Jio / Bsnl

Month-by-month score

Month
Kedarnath
Uttarkashi
Jan
0.0/10
2.0/10
Feb
0.0/10
2.0/10
Mar
0.0/10
4.0/10
Apr
2.0/10
6.0/10
MayNow
10.0/10
10.0/10
Jun
10.0/10
8.0/10
Jul
4.0/10
2.0/10
Aug
4.0/10
2.0/10
Sep
8.0/10
6.0/10
Oct
10.0/10
8.0/10
Nov
2.0/10
4.0/10
Dec
0.0/10
2.0/10

Choose Kedarnath if

  • You want a challenging adventure
  • You love high-altitude destinations
Explore Kedarnath →

Choose Uttarkashi if

  • You prefer an easier, more relaxed trip
  • You're travelling with kids
  • You want more months with great conditions
Explore Uttarkashi →

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