Bageshwar has the extreme significance of religion and history. Bageshwar is also glorious to trekkers as it serves as a starting point for many treks like Pindardi Glacier, Sunderdurga Glacier, and Kafni. According to mythology, this place got its name after the well-known Bagnath Temple of Lord Shiva here said to be built by the Kumaon King. Bageshwar has several holy shrines and temples. It is believed that the Bageshwar town is in existence since the era of Mahabharata and finds its mentions in Manskand of Shiva Purana and many other Puranas being associated by Lord Shiva. It is said This is the place where Sage Markhandaya worshipped Lord Shiva and Lord Shiva came in the form of Tiger to bless him.  Bageshwar’s history states that it was formally known as Danpur under the rule of Kutyuris from the 7th till the 13th century. In 1565, Danpur was conquered along with Pali, Barahmandal, Mankot to Kumaon by King  Balo Kalyan Chand. Later the region was under the rule of Gorkhas for 24 years before the Gorkhas got defeated by the East India Company and was the part of Almora District. Finally, in 1997 it became a district itself after the demands of many parties and regional people. Along with the temples, Bageshwar is also famous for its Shivratri Celebrations and Uttrayani Fair or Uttaryani ka Mela which is annually held on the occasion of Makar Sankrant in January.

Best Time to visit Bageshwar

Bageshwar is good to welcome tourists all year round, people willing to enjoy the view of mountains covered with the white sheet of snow can visit Bageshwar during the winters, for those expecting a pleasant climate with lush green scenery can visit Bageshwar during Monsoons and for those willing to avoid extreme cold but just pleasant weather and majestic view, Bageshwar welcomes them during the summers. 

Bageshwar in Summer ( March-May)  

• As Bageshwar is a hill station surrounded by the snowy mountains of the Himalayas it still has pleasant and calm weather temperatures ranging from 27℃-35℃ rather than being hot. This is one of the best times to visit Bageshwar and explore the beauty. People can enjoy the clear sky and clear view of the alluring surroundings of the Himalayas.

Bageshwar Temperature

• Bageshwar in March: The Maximum temperature in March rises to 24℃ and the minimum falls to 8℃.
• Bagehwar in April: The Maximum temperature in April rises to 28℃ and the minimum falls to 11℃.
• Bageshwar in May: The Maximum temperature in May rises to 33℃ and the minimum falls to 17℃.

Bageshwar in Monsoon (June-September)  

• The weather during this time is cool and pleasant with temperatures ranging from 22℃-30℃. Through due to heavy rainfalls on some days has the risk of landslides, therefore avoiding travel here during June and July is suggested. August to September is the best time in the month of monsoon with morning mist and dews around.

Bageshwar Temperature

• Bageshwar in June: The Maximum temperature in June rises to 33℃ and the minimum falls to 20℃.
• Bagehwar in July: The Maximum temperature in July rises to 28℃ and the minimum falls to 20℃.
• Bageshwar in August: The Maximum temperature in August rises to 29℃ and the minimum falls to 21℃.
• Bageshwar in September: The Maximum temperature in September rises to 29℃ and the minimum falls to 20℃.

Bageshwar in Winters ( October- February)  

• The winters are extremely cold and chilly in Bageshwar. The temperature of Bageshwar fall to 5℃. The best time to visit Bageshwar in Winters is December to February for those willing to experience the snow and chilly weather. This will be the perfect time to enjoy this destination along with family to make some beautiful memories. During these months Bageshwar attracts a large number of tourists from all over the country and the state itself.

Bageshwar Temperature

• Bageshwar in October:: The Maximum temperature in October rises to 28℃ and the minimum falls to 14℃.
• Bagehwar in November: The Maximum temperature in November rises to 26℃ and the minimum falls to 11℃.
• Bageshwar in December: The Maximum temperature in December rises to 20℃ and the minimum falls to 05℃.
• Bageshwar in January: The Maximum temperature in January rises to 17℃ and the minimum falls to 05℃.
• Bageshwar in February: The Maximum temperature in February rises to 21℃ and the minimum falls to 05℃