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Pahalgām in December sees very low daytime temperatures of -2°C (28°F) and nighttime lows of -14°C (7°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 68 mm (2.7 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pahalgām. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
It's wise to bundle up for freezing conditions in Pahalgām in December. If you have a winter jacket with good insulation, waterproof winter boots, thermal layers, and warm accessories it's smart to pack them. Hand and foot warmers can be lifesavers, especially during the night. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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