Jammu & Kashmir Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jammu & Kashmir, India in April.

Thinking about venturing to Jammu & Kashmir, India this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Jammu & Kashmir in April

Jammu & Kashmir, India is a region in India. In April, Jammu & Kashmir experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Hundar at -7°C (19°F) to very warm in Jammu at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Jammu and -17°C (1°F) in Hundar.

For specific regional insights in Jammu & Kashmir, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Spangmik with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to heavy snowfall in Durgjan with 224 mm (8.8 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in April. Srinagar typically receives 191 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Jammu & Kashmir in April

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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).

Popular Destinations in Jammu & Kashmir

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Jammu & Kashmir, India?

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (April)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (April)

Srinagar

In April Srinagar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
191 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
255 mm (10 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Katra

In April Katra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Jammu

In April Jammu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
33°C (91°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Pahalgām

In April Pahalgām generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
191 hours
238 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Gulmarg

In April Gulmarg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
191 hours
238 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jammu & Kashmir in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Katra 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Jammu 33°C (91°F) 17°C (63°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Pahalgām 7°C (45°F) -4°C (25°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Gulmarg 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Hundar -7°C (19°F) -17°C (1°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jammu & Kashmir, India in April?

In April, Jammu & Kashmir, India generally has poor weather conditions. Srinagar sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Jammu & Kashmir, India in April?

In Srinagar, the average daytime high in April is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does Jammu & Kashmir, India get a lot of rain in April?

Rainfall in Jammu & Kashmir, India peaks during April. Srinagar averages roughly 223 mm (8.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Jammu & Kashmir, India?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Srinagar, April may not be the ideal time to visit Jammu & Kashmir, India.

Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide pleasant weather in Srinagar. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, July, August and December tend to be poor.

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