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Sonāmarg Climate by Month

The temperature in Sonāmarg can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from mild to very cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to very cold in Sonāmarg. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -10°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -18°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Sonāmarg has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1542 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Sonāmarg can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 191 mm of precipitation over 7 snowy days. In contrast October, experiences much drier conditions, with 57 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 3 snowy/rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Sonāmarg can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 8.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Srinagar, India (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Srinagar, India (52 KM, 32 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Sonāmarg in India

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Sonāmarg?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in February, March, April, July and August.
  • Which is the warmest month in Sonāmarg?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sonāmarg?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sonāmarg?
    February tops the wettest month list with 191 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sonāmarg?
    October is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sonāmarg?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 246 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Sonāmarg

    Sun   Nov 24
    0°C | -16°C
    S 4 km/h
    5.3 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Mon   Nov 25
    0°C | -18°C
    NE 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Nov 26
    0°C | -19°C
    NE 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain