Jammu & Kashmir Weather in December

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

Are you planning a trip a to Jammu & Kashmir, India in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Jammu & Kashmir in December

Jammu & Kashmir, India is a region in India. Jammu & Kashmir, India has a wide variety of climate types. During December, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Hundar at -17°C (1°F) to pleasant in Jammu at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Jammu and -27°C (-17°F) in Hundar.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Shūshot with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to high snowfall in Durgjan with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Srinagar, you can expect around 110 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Jammu & Kashmir by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jammu & Kashmir — and find the best time to visit. (based on Srinagar)

Best Places to Visit in Jammu & Kashmir in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jammu & Kashmir.

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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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Jammu & Kashmir, India?

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (December)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (December)

Srinagar

In December Srinagar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
110 hours
73 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Katra

In December Katra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Jammu

In December Jammu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Pahalgām

In December Pahalgām generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-15°C (5°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
110 hours
73 hours
Monthly snowfall
51 mm (2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Gulmarg

In December Gulmarg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
110 hours
73 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 8°C (46°F) -5°C (23°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Katra 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Jammu 21°C (70°F) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Pahalgām -2°C (28°F) -14°C (7°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Gulmarg 7°C (45°F) -5°C (23°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Hundar -17°C (1°F) -27°C (-17°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Jammu & Kashmir, India in December. The popular destination of Srinagar averages 8°C (46°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Srinagar peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does Jammu & Kashmir, India get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Jammu & Kashmir, India sees substantial snow/rainfall in December. Srinagar typically averages about 121 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Jammu & Kashmir, India with often poor weather in Srinagar.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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