Jammu & Kashmir Weather in May

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

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Srinagar Katra Jammu Pahalgām

Considering a trip to Jammu & Kashmir, India this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Jammu & Kashmir in May

Jammu & Kashmir, India is a region in India. The weather in Jammu & Kashmir in May can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very cold to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Hundar at -2°C (28°F) to very hot in Jammu at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Jammu and -14°C (7°F) in Hundar.

To explore the conditions in Jammu & Kashmir, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Spangmik with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to high snowfall in Durgjan with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Srinagar sees close to 238 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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)

January4°C (39°F) February6°C (43°F) March11°C (52°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September24°C (75°F) October19°C (66°F) November14°C (57°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jammu & Kashmir in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (May)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (May)

Srinagar

In May Srinagar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Srinagar →

Katra

In May Katra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Katra →

Jammu

In May Jammu generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
38°C (100°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
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Pahalgām

In May Pahalgām generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
246 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Pahalgām →

Gulmarg

In May Gulmarg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
238 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jammu & Kashmir, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Katra 34°C (93°F) 19°C (66°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Jammu 38°C (100°F) 22°C (72°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Pahalgām 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Gulmarg 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Hundar -2°C (28°F) -14°C (7°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Jammu & Kashmir, India generally has pleasant weather conditions. Srinagar sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

Srinagar averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Jammu & Kashmir, India. Average rainfall in Srinagar sits around 147 mm (5.8 in).

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

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Jammu & Kashmir, India. Typically, the climate in Srinagar is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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