Jammu & Kashmir Weather in March

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

Planning a journey to Jammu & Kashmir, India this March 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 March

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Spangmik at -11°C (12°F) to warm in Jammu at 27°C (81°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Jammu and -23°C (-9°F) in Spangmik.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Shūshot with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to heavy snowfall in Durgjan with 256 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Srinagar, you can expect around 136 hours of sunlight in March, 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 March

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

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (March)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (March)

Srinagar

In March Srinagar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
136 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
255 mm (10 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Katra

In March Katra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Jammu

In March Jammu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Pahalgām

In March Pahalgām generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
136 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Gulmarg

In March Gulmarg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
103 hours
136 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 255 mm (10 in)
Katra 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Jammu 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Pahalgām 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Gulmarg 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Hundar -11°C (12°F) -21°C (-6°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Jammu & Kashmir, India generally has poor weather conditions. Srinagar sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

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

In Srinagar, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Srinagar records an average of 255 mm (10 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Jammu & Kashmir, India.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Jammu & Kashmir, India is in May, June, September and October with generally 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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