City in Jammu and Kashmir, India
Srinagar weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Srinagar
Apr–May is tulip and spring; Jun is warm and busy; Sep–Oct has autumn colors. Winters are freezing and snow can close the airport and highway.
Srinagar weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°67 mm
- Feb11°94 mm
- Mar16°104 mm
- Apr22°98 mm
- May27°58 mm
- Jun30°58 mm
- Jul32°78 mm
- Aug30°83 mm
- Sep28°42 mm
- Oct23°23 mm
- Nov17°36 mm
- Dec13°32 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C50°F | -1°C30°F | 67 mm | 55% | Cold |
| February | 11°C52°F | 1°C33°F | 94 mm | 63% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 5°C41°F | 104 mm | 61% | Cool |
| April | 22°C71°F | 10°C50°F | 98 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 14°C58°F | 58 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C87°F | 18°C64°F | 58 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C89°F | 20°C68°F | 78 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 20°C67°F | 83 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 16°C60°F | 42 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C74°F | 10°C51°F | 23 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 6°C43°F | 36 mm | 42% | Cool |
| December | 13°C55°F | 2°C35°F | 32 mm | 46% | Cool |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Srinagar | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Srinagar?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–May is tulip and spring; Jun is warm and busy; Sep–Oct has autumn colors. Winters are freezing and snow can close the airport and highway.
When is the rainy season in Srinagar?
Rain peaks in March with about 104 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Srinagar?
July, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Srinagar get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (30°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 6.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.