Jammu & Kashmir Weather in October

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

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Srinagar Katra Jammu Pahalgām

Planning a trip to Jammu & Kashmir, India this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Jammu & Kashmir in October

Jammu & Kashmir, India is a region in India. Jammu & Kashmir, India offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Hundar at -3°C (27°F) to very warm in Jammu at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Jammu and -18°C (0°F) in Hundar.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Spangmik with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to moderate snowfall in Durgjan with 70 mm (2.8 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Srinagar typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Srinagar enjoys about 226 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Jammu & Kashmir in October

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

Temperature range in Jammu & Kashmir (October)

Precipitation variation in Jammu & Kashmir (October)

Srinagar

In October Srinagar 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.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
226 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Srinagar →

Katra

In October Katra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Katra →

Jammu

In October Jammu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jammu →

Pahalgām

In October Pahalgām generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
226 hours
186 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Pahalgām →

Gulmarg

In October Gulmarg generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
226 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gulmarg →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Srinagar 19°C (66°F) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Katra 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Jammu 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Pahalgām 10°C (50°F) -4°C (25°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Gulmarg 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Hundar -3°C (27°F) -18°C (0°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Jammu & Kashmir weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Jammu & Kashmir, India in October. The popular destination of Srinagar averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 5°C (41°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Jammu & Kashmir, India during October range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Srinagar.

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

Not particularly. Srinagar averages just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Jammu & Kashmir, India.

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

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Jammu & Kashmir, India with overall pleasant weather in Srinagar. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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