Jammu & Kashmir Weather in February

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

Planning a journey to Jammu & Kashmir, India this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Jammu & Kashmir in February

Jammu & Kashmir, India is a region in India. Jammu & Kashmir, India offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In February, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Hundar at -15°C (5°F) to pleasant in Jammu at 22°C (72°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Jammu and -24°C (-11°F) in Hundar.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jammu & Kashmir, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Shūshot with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to heavy snowfall in Srinagar with 278 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Srinagar receives about 103 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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 February

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

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (February)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (February)

Srinagar

In February Srinagar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
103 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
278 mm (11 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Katra

In February Katra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Jammu

In February Jammu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Pahalgām

In February Pahalgām generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and heavy monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
103 hours
136 hours
Monthly snowfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Gulmarg

In February Gulmarg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
103 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Katra 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Jammu 22°C (72°F) 8°C (46°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Pahalgām -2°C (28°F) -12°C (10°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Gulmarg 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Hundar -15°C (5°F) -24°C (-11°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in Jammu & Kashmir, India brings poor weather. In Srinagar, daytime temperatures are typically around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

Average temperatures in Jammu & Kashmir, India during February range from a nighttime low near -3°C (27°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Srinagar.

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

Yes. February brings heavy snow/rainfall to Jammu & Kashmir, India, with Srinagar averaging around 278 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Jammu & Kashmir, India due to the typically poor weather in Srinagar.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly pleasant weather in Srinagar. In contrast, January, February, March, April, July, August and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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