Kashmir, India
Kashmir Valley
Dal Lake, meadows, and snow-spring tulips, summer houseboats, winter Gulmarg powder.
Kashmir, India
Kashmir Valley
Live weather
Srinagar
21°C
Overcast
Humidity 95%Wind 1 km/h
Typical climate
Valley climate: cold winters with snow at altitude, mild summers, and crisp autumn. Weather can shift quickly in mountains-pack layers.
Map
Srinagar
Best time to visit
- Apr–Jun: spring blooms and pleasant Srinagar days.
- Jul-Aug: peak summer - cool escape, busy houseboats.
- Dec–Feb: snow in Gulmarg/Pahalgam; check road/air status.
- Sep–Oct: golden chinar season in Srinagar.
Temperature ranges
Srinagar summer
12–30°C
Cool mornings.
Gulmarg winter
-8–8°C
Heavy snow possible.
Spring
5–20°C
Rain and sun mix.
Clothing suggestions
- Thermals and heavy jacket for winter Gulmarg.
- Layers for shoulder seasons and shikara mornings.
- Waterproof boots in snow/spring slush.
- Sun protection-altitude sun is strong on snow.
Packing essentials
- Government ID; keep copies of bookings.
- Medicines and personal essentials-plan ahead in remote areas.
- Cash alongside UPI for markets and shikara tips.
- Portable charger for long day trips.
Top attractions
- Srinagar: Dal Lake shikara, Mughal Gardens.
- Gulmarg: gondola, skiing (winter).
- Pahalgam: Betaab Valley, riverside walks.
- Sonamarg: glaciers and meadows (seasonal access).
- Tulip Garden (spring, timing varies yearly).