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Jammu and Kashmir is unarguably the “Heaven on Earth”; and there isn’t any season when heaven twitches its admirers away. It can be visited throughout the year but winters (October – March) are the best time to visit Kashmir for snowfall as compared to other seasons. Spring tops the deal for nature enthusiasts and summers are the perfect time to plan a Jammu & Kashmir tour with family. Find out the best season to visit Kashmir and plan your trip efficiently.
Kashmir in summer offers the best terrain for adventure, attracting trekkers from all over the world. Also, myriads of pilgrims make their way through dreadful paths to visit the famous Amarnath Temple. The temperature during summer stays between 15°C to 30°C. The best time to visit Kashmir Tulip Garden is summer. This festival is organized in Srinagar and is a prime attraction. Famous cities to visit in Kashmir in summer are Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg. And some lesser-known places to visit in Kashmir in May include Kathua, Pulwama, Poonch, Anantnag, and Vaishno Devi.
Monsoon is considered off-season in Kashmir. It starts in July and lasts till September, with temperatures ranging from 13⁰C to 17⁰C. The weather is warm, with sunny days, and clouds cover the sky, resulting in showers that cool the climate. So, if you wish to visit Kashmir to enjoy natural beauty, July to September are good months. The lush greenery covers the Kashmir Valleys, making monsoon the best time to visit Jammu and Kashmir.
Winters in Jammu and Kashmir begin in December with fresh snowfall in the region and last till the end of March, with January being the coldest month. Thus, the winter season is the best to visit to Jammu & Kashmir for snowfall. During January, the temperature ranges roughly between -2⁰C and 12⁰C. But this climatic condition does not cease the flood of travelers who come here to enjoy snow and snow activities like skiing, sledding, Heli-skiing, etc., which are the driving force of Kashmir winter tourism. In addition, Srinagar in winter is a paradise, which you cannot miss. Therefore, if you want to partake in snow activities, winter is the best time to visit Gulmarg Kashmir.
Pack your first-aid kit along with the prescribed medicines (if any) and some over-the-counter medications for cold and cough in hand all the time.Wear comfortable shoes while going trekking.Book your accommodations in advance as winter is the peak time for snow lovers and honeymooners.
