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Srinagar in October sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F). With just 68 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, September and October typically offer the best weather for Srinagar.
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47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Srinagar typically drop from around 24°C (75°F) at the start of October to approximately 19°C (66°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 11°C (52°F).
47-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Srinagar spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 30 years of weather records for Srinagar, the following extremes were recorded between 1995 and 2025.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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