Best Time to Visit Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Srinagar is at its sunniest and driest in September–October.
The best time to visit Srinagar for sunny, dry weather is September–October — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–July and September–January; the wetter half falls in February–May and August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 2.5°C / 36.5°F in January to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in July, with rainfall from 30 mm / 1.2 in (November) to 127 mm / 5 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Srinagar's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 20.6°C69.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 14.8°C58.6°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Srinagar?
The best time to visit Srinagar for sunny, dry weather is September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 24.3°C / 75.7°F, and the driest is November with about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Srinagar's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Srinagar?
The rainy season at Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir runs through February–May and August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 56 mm / 2.2 in. The wettest single month is March (127 mm / 5 in).
What is the driest month in Srinagar?
The driest month in Srinagar is November, averaging about 30 mm / 1.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 9°C / 48.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Srinagar?
The least comfortable months for travel to Srinagar — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 127 mm / 5 in in March, and the coldest month averages 2.5°C / 36.5°F.
Is Srinagar climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Srinagar figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our India figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Srinagar specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.