Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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What is the weather like in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir?

Srinagar, 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).

Mediterranean climate

Srinagar, 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.

SeasonMonthsAvg lowAvg high
WinterDec–Feb-1°10°
SpringMar–May8°21°
SummerJun–Aug17°30°
AutumnSep–Nov7°22°

How much rain does Srinagar get?

Srinagar 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.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to July 19, 2026.

From October 2025 to September 2026 Srinagar got no rain, against a normal of 500 mm for those months.

Monthly rainfall, October 2025 to September 2026, in millimetres Oct 2025 no data Nov no data Dec no data Jan 2026 no data Feb no data Mar no data Apr no data May no data Jun Jul Aug Sep
Monthly rainfall, October 2025 to September 2026, in millimetres. The dash on each month marks its 1991–2020 normal. A month with no bar has no report.
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Srinagar weather by month

Srinagar weather in January

In January, Srinagar averages a high of 8°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 16°C (2010) and the record low is -9°C (1986).

Srinagar weather in February

In February, Srinagar averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 20°C (1976) and the record low is -8°C (1974).

Srinagar weather in March

In March, Srinagar averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 27°C (2010) and the record low is -7°C (2000).

Srinagar weather in April

In April, Srinagar averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.

Srinagar weather in May

In May, Srinagar averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.

Srinagar weather in June

In June, Srinagar averages a high of 29°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 5°C (1994).

Srinagar weather in July

In July, Srinagar averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 37°C (1976) and the record low is 11°C (2009).

Srinagar weather in August

In August, Srinagar averages a high of 30°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (1983) and the record low is 11°C (1994).

Srinagar weather in September

In September, Srinagar averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is 6°C (1984).

Srinagar weather in October

In October, Srinagar averages a high of 23°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.

Srinagar weather in November

In November, Srinagar averages a high of 17°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2000) and the record low is -10°C (1975).

Srinagar weather in December

In December, Srinagar averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (1985) and the record low is -9°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Srinagar

October is the sunniest month in Srinagar, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 40%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 53% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Srinagar is sunnier than 58% of India.

Humidity peaks in August at 72% and is lowest in October at 58%.

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

First and last freeze in Srinagar

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

Srinagar weather records

These records cover SRINAGAR during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

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

The wettest day in the available station history brought 200 mm of precipitation, on July 27, 1973.

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

The best time to visit Srinagar

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

MonthAverage lowAverage highPrecipRain daysHumidityEstimated sunshineRecord highRecord low
January-2°8°50 mm767%47%16°-9°
February1°11°55 mm764%47%20°-8°
March4°17°77 mm867%40%27°-7°
April8°21°63 mm864%40%30°0°
May11°26°34 mm665%48%34°1°
June15°29°35 mm664%59%39°5°
July18°31°46 mm770%43%37°11°
August18°30°52 mm772%47%36°11°
September13°28°21 mm365%67%34°6°
October6°23°14 mm258%76%31°-2°
November1°17°31 mm362%61%24°-10°
December-2°10°22 mm363%61%18°-9°

Station: SRINAGAR, 3 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Srinagar climate questions

How much rain does Srinagar get?

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

What is the wettest month in Srinagar?

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

How many rainy days does Srinagar have a year?

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

What is the hottest month in Srinagar?

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

What is the coldest month in Srinagar?

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

What is the record high temperature in Srinagar?

Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Srinagar 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 Srinagar?

October is the sunniest month in Srinagar, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Srinagar?

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

What is the best time to visit Srinagar?

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