Kargil weather in December (Jammu & Kashmir, India)

How is December weather typically in Kargil? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During December, Kargil usually has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Winter occurs in December. Daytime temperatures hover around -11°C, while nights can cool down to about -23°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Kargil in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 3 days will see snow.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kargil. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kargil climate page with graphs.

 

Kargil, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -23°C  

Max Temperature -11°C  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 45 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Where to go in India in December

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Kargil should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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