Srinagar & Kashmir
Houseboats moored on a lake ringed by the Himalaya, gardens laid out centuries ago by an emperor who called this the nearest thing to paradise on earth, and saffron fields that turn the Kashmir valley purple for a few weeks each autumn.
The best time to visit Srinagar & Kashmir is Apr–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (80°F). Local time there is 11:27 (UTC+5:30).
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In season
The year at a glance
April · high 18°C · rain 144mm · 13.0h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C33°F | 140mm5.5in | 10.1h10.1h | |
| February | 5°C40°F | 81mm3.2in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| March | 11°C51°F | 123mm4.8in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| April | 18°C64°F | 144mm5.7in | 13.0h13.0h | in the recommended window |
| May | 21°C70°F | 103mm4.1in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
| June | 25°C78°F | 50mm2.0in | 14.4h14.4h | in the recommended window |
| July | 28°C82°F | 88mm3.5in | 14.2h14.2h | in the recommended window |
| August | 28°C82°F | 71mm2.8in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| September | 27°C80°F | 38mm1.5in | 12.3h12.3h | in the recommended window |
| October | 20°C69°F | 50mm2.0in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| November | 12°C53°F | 95mm3.7in | 10.3h10.3h | |
| December | 5°C41°F | 54mm2.1in | 9.9h9.9h |
Good to know
- Currency
- INRIndian rupee
- Language
- Hindi, English
- Driving
- on the left
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When is the best time to visit Srinagar & Kashmir?
The best time to visit Srinagar & Kashmir is Apr–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (80°F).
How warm does Srinagar & Kashmir get?
Typical daytime highs in Srinagar & Kashmir are Mar–May 17°C (62°F), Jun–Aug 27°C (80°F), Sep–Nov 20°C (67°F), Dec–Feb 3°C (38°F).
Is Srinagar & Kashmir expensive?
On the ground, Srinagar & Kashmir is middling.
What sort of trip is Srinagar & Kashmir good for?
Srinagar & Kashmir is good for nature and scenery, bucket-list trips, history and culture, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Srinagar & Kashmir?
The wettest month in Srinagar & Kashmir is April at 144mm (5.7in), the driest September at 38mm (1.5in), with a monthly average of 86mm (3.4in).
What plug do I need for Srinagar & Kashmir?
Srinagar & Kashmir uses type C, D, G sockets at 230 V.
