Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir gets 500 mm of precipitation a year over about 68 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).

Anantnag climate at a glance

Mediterranean climate

Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 31°C in July. March is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Anantnag get?

Anantnag gets 500 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 68 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of India.

March is the wettest month, with 77 mm. October is the driest, with 14 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 8.

Anantnag weather by month

Anantnag weather in January

In January, Anantnag averages a high of 8°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2010) and the record low is -9°C (1986).

Anantnag weather in February

In February, Anantnag averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The February record high is 20°C (1976) and the record low is -8°C (1974).

Anantnag weather in March

In March, Anantnag averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2010) and the record low is -7°C (2000).

Anantnag weather in April

In April, Anantnag averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (1979) and the record low is 0°C (2017). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Anantnag weather in May

In May, Anantnag averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2001) and the record low is 1°C (2004). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Anantnag weather in June

In June, Anantnag averages a high of 29°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 5°C (1994).

Anantnag weather in July

In July, Anantnag averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (1976) and the record low is 11°C (2009).

Anantnag weather in August

In August, Anantnag averages a high of 30°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (1983) and the record low is 11°C (1994).

Anantnag weather in September

In September, Anantnag averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is 6°C (1984).

Anantnag weather in October

In October, Anantnag averages a high of 23°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is -2°C (1984). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Anantnag weather in November

In November, Anantnag averages a high of 17°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (2000) and the record low is -10°C (1975).

Anantnag weather in December

In December, Anantnag averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1985) and the record low is -9°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Anantnag

October is the sunniest month in Anantnag, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Anantnag is sunnier than 62% of India.

Humidity peaks in August at 76% and is lowest in October at 54%.

Anantnag has about 19 days a year above 32°C. Anantnag is cooler than 98% of India.

First and last freeze in Anantnag

The first fall freeze in Anantnag typically comes around November 14, and the last spring freeze around March 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 258 days.

Anantnag weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Anantnag station is 39°C, on June 10, 1995. The coldest is -10°C, on November 11, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 200 mm of rain, on July 27, 1973.

30 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Anantnag

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 7°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January50 mm761%49%16°-9°
February55 mm758%49%20°-8°
March77 mm862%42%27°-7°
April63 mm863%42%30°
May34 mm667%48%34°
June35 mm668%58%39°
July46 mm775%41%37°11°
August52 mm776%46%36°11°
September21 mm365%69%34°
October14 mm254%77%31°-2°
November31 mm355%64%24°-10°
December22 mm358%63%18°-9°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Anantnag climate questions

How much rain does Anantnag get?

Anantnag gets 500 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 68 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Anantnag?

March is the wettest month in Anantnag, with 77 mm. October is the driest, with 14 mm.

How many rainy days does Anantnag have a year?

Anantnag has about 68 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 8.

What is the hottest month in Anantnag?

July is the warmest month in Anantnag, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Anantnag?

January is the coldest month in Anantnag, with an average low of -2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Anantnag?

The record high at the Anantnag station is 39°C, set on June 10, 1995. The record low is -10°C, on November 11, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Anantnag?

October is the sunniest month in Anantnag, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Anantnag?

The first fall freeze in Anantnag typically comes around November 14. The last spring freeze is around March 1.

What is the best time to visit Anantnag?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SRINAGAR (49 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SRINAGAR.