Pahalgām Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Pahalgām can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -5°C (23°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 9°C (48°F) in July to around -15°C (5°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Pahalgām is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1318 mm (52 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 177 mm (7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month October brings less snow/rainfall, with 40 mm (1.6 in) over 3 snowy/rainy days. For more details, please visit our Pahalgām Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Pahalgām. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Pahalgām.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 70%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 46%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year