Kashmir Winter Snow
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- 2NGulmarg
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Quick answer
January is Kashmir's coldest month and its most reliably snowy one. It falls inside Chillai Kalan, the 40 harshest days of winter (about 21 December to 30 January). Gulmarg is deep in snow and ski season is on; Srinagar is cold, with occasional snowfall. The Srinagar–Leh road is closed, so Ladakh is fly-in only. Pack real winter gear.
January at a glance
Last checked 29 Sep 2026- Srinagar
- −2° to 7°C
- Gulmarg
- −8° to 2°C
- Crowds
- Medium (high in the first week)
- Price level
- Peak around New Year, then normal
- Season
- Deep Winter · Snow
What's special
Why January works
Access in January
What's open, what's seasonal
Suggested route for January
Five days, planned for January
A day-by-day outline for January. It follows KTP-005 Kashmir Winter Snow, which suits the season; your planner adjusts it to your dates.
See full itinerary- DAY 1Arrive SrinagarWarm evening, shikara if the lake is calm
- DAY 2Srinagar gardens (bare, snowy) and old city
- DAY 3Drive to Gulmarg, snow play
- DAY 4Gondola first slot, Phase 1Afternoon at leisure
- DAY 5Back to Srinagar airport
What to pack for January
- Down jacket or heavy coat
- Thermals (top and bottom)
- Waterproof snow boots with grip
- Gloves, woollen cap, scarf
- Moisturiser and lip balm
- Sunglasses for snow glare
Plans that fit January
All January plansGood in January
Getting here
Arriving by train
The Kashmir rail link now runs to Srinagar. Vande Bharat trains are the quickest way in from Jammu and Katra.
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FAQ
January questions
Almost certainly in Gulmarg, and often in Srinagar too. January and February are the most reliable snow months.
It's very cold but manageable with proper clothing and well-heated hotels. Keep days short and avoid Gondola Phase 2 for small children and seniors.
Only by air. The Srinagar–Leh road via Zoji La is closed in winter.
Yes, it's reachable through the Z-Morh tunnel, which opened in January 2025, but facilities are fewer and it's very cold.
Delays happen with fog and snow. We always keep a buffer before onward flights or trains.
Yes. Your driver meets you at the station exit with a name board and takes you to your hotel or houseboat. Allow extra time on the way back: there are security checks before boarding.
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Written by Omar, trip planner in SrinagarChecked on the ground: 29 Sep 2026 · How we check
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