Rainy Season in Kashmir
Overview
The rainy season in Kashmir is in March and April. The valley receives rainfall as it approaches the end of the winter season. While there are rain showers in months like December and January, most of it is experienced in the spring months.
Rainy season is one the most suitable time for a Kashmir trip. The extreme cold season is finally over and the balmy weather of summer is still away. Different local attractions that are inaccessible due to snowfall in winter are finally open to the public.
Even outdoor activities are available to be enjoyed by the tourists. Visit the capital city, Srinagar for Tulip Festival that starts from mid March and lasts till mid april. If you are looking for a convenient time to plan a budget friendly trip to Kashmir, it is the right time.
With multiple discounts running on packages and hotel bookings, you can have a memorable experience in a much lesser amount.
Contact Cliffhangers India for a Kashmir Tour Package in the rainy season. Here’s a seasonal guide to visiting Kashmir during the rainfall season. Take a look!
Weather & Temperature in Rainy Season
Temperatures during the rainy season range between 15°C to 22°C during the daytime. At night, it goes down to around 10°C.
As the winter fog has disappeared completely by now, mild sunshine and warm days are experienced. Cool breezes do blow in late evenings. Weather is quite unpredictable during the rainy season. Rainfall in Kashmir is experienced during this period.
As the winter is almost over, the valley is filled with greenery and wildflowers. There are so many local attractions throughout the valley to explore. Start with Dal Lake, Mughal Gardens, Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, etc.
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Is There Monsoon in Kashmir?
No, there’s no monsoon in Kashmir. It doesn’t rain very heavily in the valley. In other north Indian states, monsoon season prevails when heavy rainfall is experienced. There’s no such case in Kashmir. It is because of its geographical location on the map.
The reason behind this is the presence of high mountain ranges in the valley. The high altitude Himalayan ranges prevent monsoon clouds from entering.
Hence in Kashmir, the monsoon isn’t as intense or frequent as in the rest of India. A brief period of summer monsoon is experienced from July to September. However, it is only occasional hence resulting in a rather dry summer season.
Essential Tips for Rainy Season in Kashmir
- During your Kashmir trip in the rainy season, bring a mix of clothes. Carry cotton clothes to wear at daytime and light sweaters and cardigans for nights.
- Keep clothes that are waterproof and quick dry. Keep some extra pieces. You’ll need them in case your regular ones dry.
- Apart from clothes, keep a couple pairs of shoes and slippers. Make sure the soles of your footwear aren’t slippery to walk comfortably in the rain.
- Do bring an umbrella and a full body raincoat to carry with yourself all the time as you go out for city tours and meals.
- Do take updates about road conditions as there are potential landslides sometimes when it rains heavily in a few regions.
- When it rains, try to remain inside and prevent yourself from getting wet. It may make you sick and ruin the trip.
- Only after looking through weather updates, plan a personalised and flexible itinerary.
Benefits of Visiting Kashmir During Rainy Season
Lesser crowds: Due to occasional rainfall, lesser crowds are seen in Kashmir. You can have peaceful outings in different towns without feeling congested.
Talking about some touristy places of Kashmir such as Gulmarg, the peak season of winter has just ended. In Pahalgam and Sonmarg, the peak summer season is yet to commence.
However, in Srinagar, lots of tourists can be seen because of the Tulip Festival celebrated at Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden. Other than this, both popular as well as offbeat locations experience less influx of tourists.
Not only at sightseeing spots, even the restaurants are clearer and you don’t have to wait longer for requested service. It is quick and efficient.
Affordable travel packages: During the rainy season, you can book affordable travel packages. Great discounts run on different websites such as og Cliffhangers India. It is more than 20% off on rates of packages.
These packages contain Srinagar sightseeing, hotels, transportation, activities, meals, etc. Lower rates yet same services makes it an ideal time for a Kashmir trip if you are a budget conscious traveler.
Since most of the travel agencies run good deals on packages, you might want to compare the prices and choose the best one. If you are coming in a group, it would be perfect. You can save a lot of money.
Unique scenery: In the rainy season in Kashmir, the valley comes alive. It is also the spring season in Kashmir and the entire landscape is lush again.
An array of wildflowers are seen blooming in gardens and meadows. It is rightly said that every season has its own charm and so does the rainy season. After being covered in snow for the entire winter, Kashmir valley offers clear weather in March and April.
Crystal clear views of the vistas, lakes, mountains are witnessed. It is a perfect time if you are into photography. Witness places like Tulip Garden and Mughal Gardens in Srinagar and Aru Valley in Pahalgam. Here, you can enjoy both natural as well as wildlife photography.
Best deals on hotels & cabs: Not only do you pay less on packages, you even get some best deals on hotels and cabs. Generally you have to spend a sufficient amount of money on hotels in Kashmir.
It is especially the case when you are looking to stay in a luxury hotel. The process of booking the hotels is easier as well. The cabs and taxis to take you around in Kashmir.
You can get them for airport transfer, sightseeing tours, and intercity rides. Even the air or train tickets costs less.
Conclusion
Come to Kashmir during the rainy season for sightseeing as well as outdoor activities available.
Some things that are not to be missed are a Shikara boat ride on Dal Lake, trekking to Shankaracharya Temple, etc.
Explore the local vibrant markets to buy souvenirs and gifts for your loved ones. Have a memorable time!
FAQ's
Which is the best month to go to Kashmir?
If You are looking for a budget conscious trip to Kashmir, the rainy season lasting from March to April is one of the best times. During this time, you can get great discounts and have to pay less for the same services. The local attractions are not congested as well.
Will it rain in Kashmir in July?
Yes, It sometimes rains in Kashmir in July. It is called pre monsoon showers or summer monsoon. However, there’s no such thing as monsoon season in Kashmir unlike the rest of Northern India.
Which is the off season in Kashmir?
The off season in Kashmir lasts from July to August. During this time, there’s no big festival and no holidays as well. Dry summer is experienced as well. During the extreme winter season, fewer crowds are seen.
Is it safe to visit Kashmir during monsoon?
Yes, it is safe to visit Kashmir during monsoon. Since there’s no heavy rainfall in the valley, you can surely visit here. With few precautions like checking the weather forecast and road conditions, staying indoors, remaining dry, etc. you can safely visit the valley.
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