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Ladakh Weather & Climate: India

Climate by month across Ladakh, India, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Climate overview of Ladakh

Ladakh is one of several regions in India, with temperatures that range from -13°C (9°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Leh, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Ladakh, no particular months stand out for consistently comfortable weather, as average temperatures fluctuate year-round.

The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Ladakh experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain in August, dropping to 16 mm (0.6 in) in October. The driest conditions can be found during October and November, with rainfall staying below 18 mm (0.7 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ladakh — and find the best time to visit. (based on Leh)

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Climate map of Ladakh

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Leh -14°C (7°F) 17°C (63°F) -25°C (-13°F) 5°C (41°F) 439 mm (17 in)

Places in Ladakh, India

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