Pahalgām weather in December (Jammu & Kashmir, India)

Will it be warm or cold in Pahalgām this December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Pahalgām tends to experience very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. December is part of winter. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -2°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -14°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Pahalgām in December usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 4 days with snow.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 110 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Pahalgām. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pahalgām, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -14°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 15%  

Precipitation 68 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 110 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Srinagar, India (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in India in December

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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 Pahalgām 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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