Climate overview
Kashmir has four distinct seasons. Srinagar valley floor sits around 1,585 m — cooler than Indian plains year-round. Higher spots (Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam valleys) drop 5–10°C below city readings. Always check a 7-day forecast before travel; mountain weather shifts quickly.
Month-wise Srinagar (typical daytime highs)
January: 2–7°C. February: 4–9°C. March: 10–15°C. April: 15–20°C. May: 20–25°C. June: 25–30°C. July: 28–32°C. August: 27–31°C. September: 24–28°C. October: 18–23°C. November: 10–15°C. December: 5–10°C. Night temperatures run 5–12°C lower; winter nights often dip below freezing.
Rain and snow patterns
Heaviest rain: March–April and July–August, though Kashmir receives less monsoon rain than the plains. Snow at city level: mainly December–February. Reliable snow at Gulmarg and high points: December–March, sometimes into April. Sonamarg and Zero Point snow lingers longer at altitude.
What to pack by season
Spring (Mar–Apr): layers, light jacket, rain layer. Summer (May–Aug): cotton by day, light wool for evenings, sunscreen. Autumn (Sep–Oct): light to medium jacket, comfortable walking shoes. Winter (Nov–Feb): thermals, heavy jacket, waterproof boots, gloves, cap — essential for Gulmarg and snow days.
Planning around weather
Keep one buffer day for road delays in winter. Morning outings beat afternoon cloud cover in monsoon months. Gondola Phase 2 and Zero Point depend on daily conditions — have a backup plan (gardens, old city, or Nigeen Lake) if higher points close.
Plan the rest of your Kashmir trip
Cost, itinerary and season guides Google already cites for Kashmir travellers.
Frequently asked questions
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