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Ladakh Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ladakh, India in February.

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Planning a getaway to Ladakh, India this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Ladakh in February

Ladakh, India is a region in India. February in Ladakh generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -11°C (12°F) and nighttime temperatures around -22°C (-8°F) in Leh. In many areas in India, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

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

Precipitation

February is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 40 mm (1.6 in) in Leh.

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Best Places to Visit in Ladakh in February

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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 Ladakh

What is the weather like in February for the most popular destinonation in Ladakh, India?

Leh

In February Leh generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -22°C (-8°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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February
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January
February
March
Max temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Min temperature
-25°C (-13°F)
-22°C (-8°F)
-18°C (0°F)
Monthly snowfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Ladakh weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ladakh, India in February?

Ladakh, India typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Leh average around -11°C (12°F), and temperatures drop to about -22°C (-8°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ladakh, India in February?

Average temperatures in Ladakh, India during February range from a nighttime low near -22°C (-8°F) to a daytime high around -11°C (12°F) in Leh.

Does Ladakh, India get a lot of snow in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Ladakh, India during February, with Leh averaging close to 40 mm (1.6 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Ladakh, India?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Ladakh, India due to the typically poor weather in Leh.

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

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