The opening of the Yamunotri Temple is a highly anticipated event, celebrated with great fervor and devotion. The auspicious occasion typically falls on the religious day of Akshaya Tritiya, which usually occurs during the last week of April or the first week of May. In 2025, the sacred portals of Yamunotri will swing open on 30 April, inviting devotees to embark on their spiritual journeys.
Yamunotri Temple will open on 30 April 2025
Yamunotri Temple will closed on 21 November 2025
As the autumn leaves begin to fall and the chill of winter approaches, the Yamunotri Temple prepares for its annual closure ceremony. This solemn occasion is marked by the holy day of Bhai Dooj, typically occurring in early November. In 2025, the sacred portals of Yamunotri will bid farewell to devotees on November 21st, signaling the end of the pilgrimage season.
With the temple closed for the winter months, the sacred precincts of Yamunotri take on a serene and tranquil ambiance. The priests and temple caretakers utilize this time to perform maintenance tasks, ensuring that the temple is ready to welcome devotees for the next spiritual awakening.