What Srinagar is like in December
Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec. Temperatures run about −2° to 9°C (approximate averages; a cold spell or warm week can shift them).
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Srinagar in December — Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec. Expect about −2° to 9°C (approx.) and medium, high at new year crowds. Best things to do: Old city, heated stays, possible first snow late month. Access: All open.
Srinagar in December — quick guideSrinagar in December — Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec.
Srinagar in December. Here's what you need to know. Srinagar in December — Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec. Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec. About −2° to 9°C on average. Tell us your dates on WhatsApp and a planner in Srinagar will send a day-wise plan with a written quotation.
Loads on click. Captions on. Video is added after the shoot.Temperature (approx.)−2° to 9°C
CrowdsMedium, high at New Year
What it's likeWinter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec
AccessAll open
What's special
- Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec
What to pack
- Down jacket
- thermals
Temperature and crowds
srinagar−2° to 9°C
CrowdsMedium, high at New Year
What to do
Old city, heated stays, possible first snow late month.
What's open
All open.
What to wear
Down jacket, thermals.
Winter travelThe highway can close after snow; the rail link is built for winter, though services can still be disrupted.
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Last checked 29 Sep 2026Winter sets in; Chillai Kalan from ~21 Dec. Crowds are medium, high at new year.
About −2° to 9°C on average.
Down jacket, thermals.
All open.
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