Kulgam weather: today, this week and through the year
Live temperature and a five-day forecast for Kulgam, Aharbal and Qazigund, month-by-month temperatures and rain, winter snow, and when to see Aharbal waterfall or trek to Kausar Nag.
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Kulgam (about 1,739 m) lies in south Kashmir, about 67 km from Srinagar; Aharbal and its waterfall are about 25 km further up the Veshaw valley. Kulgam’s climate is close to neighbouring Qazigund’s: by India Meteorological Department averages for Qazigund (1991–2020), January is about 6.6 °C by day and −3.1 °C at night, July about 28 °C by day, and February–March are the wettest months, with snow in winter. Aharbal, about 500 m higher, is colder and snowier. April–June and September–October are the best months; the Kausar Nag trek is a summer trip.
- ColdestJanuary — about 6.6° / −3.1 °C (Qazigund reference).
- WarmestJuly — about 28° / 17 °C.
- WettestFebruary–March, 165–175 mm a month.
- SnowDecember–February; heavier at Aharbal.
- Best monthsApril–June, September–October.
Kulgam, Aharbal and Qazigund weather today
Kulgam (1,739 m), Aharbal (about 2,266 m) and Qazigund (1,670 m) — current temperature and the next days’ high, low, rain and snow.
Forecast data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), refreshed about once a day — last update —.
Kulgam weather by month
Kulgam has no published long-term averages. The table uses the India Meteorological Department’s 1991–2020 normals for Qazigund (1,670 m), about 15 km away at almost the same height. Expect Kulgam to be within a degree of these figures, and Aharbal about 3 °C colder.
| Month | Avg high / low (Qazigund IMD) | Rain (rainy days) | What it is like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.6° / −3.1 °C | 151 mm (7.7) | Cold; snow spells |
| February | 9.7° / −0.4 °C | 167 mm (8.2) | Snow and rain |
| March | 14.8° / 3.0 °C | 174 mm (9.0) | Wettest; cool and showery |
| April | 20.0° / 6.5 °C | 117 mm (8.1) | Spring; orchards in blossom |
| May | 23.8° / 9.6 °C | 92 mm (7.5) | Pleasant |
| June | 27.0° / 13.5 °C | 80 mm (5.8) | Warm days |
| July | 28.0° / 16.8 °C | 106 mm (6.5) | Warmest |
| August | 27.7° / 16.0 °C | 101 mm (6.2) | Warm; showers |
| September | 26.1° / 11.2 °C | 66 mm (4.1) | Clear; apple harvest begins |
| October | 21.9° / 5.2 °C | 30 mm (2.4) | Driest; autumn colours |
| November | 15.7° / 1.0 °C | 48 mm (2.8) | Cold nights, frost |
| December | 10.0° / −1.8 °C | 70 mm (3.9) | Cold; first snow |
Qazigund IMD normals (1991–2020) used as the reference for Kulgam. Records at Qazigund: 35.7 °C (June) and −16.7 °C (January–February). Nearby: Banihal and Qazigund weather.
Aharbal waterfall and Kausar Nag: when to go
Aharbal waterfall on the Veshaw river is at its most powerful in late spring and early summer (May–June), when snowmelt swells the river; in autumn the flow is gentler and the valley turns gold. In winter the area is snowbound and the road can close after heavy snow.
Kausar Nag (about 4,000 m) is a high lake reached by a multi-day trek from Aharbal — a summer trip, roughly July to September, when the snow has melted from the route.
Nearby weather: Anantnag weather, Shopian weather and Srinagar weather.
Kulgam and Aharbal in pictures
Aharbal waterfall, Chiranbal meadows and Kausar Nag — real photographs, each credited to its photographer.
Best time to visit Kulgam and Aharbal
Depending on what you are going for.
Aharbal in full flow
Snowmelt; the falls at their strongest.
Kausar Nag trek
Snow-free route; cold nights.
Autumn
The driest month; golden colours.
Apple harvest
Orchards across the district.
Snow
Aharbal snowbound; road may close.
Take care
Wettest months; slippery roads.
Kulgam trip: what the weather means for you
Clothing: a warm jacket and layers from October to April; full winter wear for Aharbal in winter; a light jacket for summer evenings and rain gear in spring.
At the falls: the rocks around Aharbal are wet and slippery — keep to the railings, especially in May–June when the water is high.
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Kulgam weather: frequently asked questions
What is the weather in Kulgam today?
The top of this page shows the current temperature and the next days’ forecast for Kulgam, Aharbal and Qazigund (MET Norway data).
Does it snow in Kulgam?
Yes, in winter (December–February); Aharbal, higher up, gets more and is often snowbound.
When is Aharbal waterfall best?
May–June, when snowmelt makes the falls most powerful; autumn is quieter and colourful.
How far is Aharbal from Kulgam?
About 25 km; Kulgam itself is about 67 km from Srinagar.
How cold is Kulgam in January?
About 6–7 °C by day and around −3 °C at night (Qazigund’s IMD averages as a reference).
When can you trek to Kausar Nag?
In summer, roughly July to September, when the snow has cleared from the route.
Sources
- MET Norway Locationforecast (CC BY 4.0) — live forecast data
- India Meteorological Department — Qazigund normals 1991–2020 (via Wikipedia: Qazigund)
- Wikipedia: Kulgam
Photo credits
The Aharbal valley and the Veshaw river, Kulgam district — Photo: Dar.burhan, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Aharbal waterfall — Photo: Akshey25, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Aharbal falls in winter, edged with ice — Photo: Tawheed Manzoor, CC BY 3.0 · Aharbal waterfall from above — Photo: TheAutumnal, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Chiranbal meadow — Photo: Mureeddar, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Kausar Nag lake — Photo: Mutahir Showkat, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Peaks around Kausar Nag — Photo: Mutahir Showkat, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Fields at Chiranbal — Photo: Mureeddar, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Snow at Kilam, Kulgam district — Photo: 511KeV, CC BY-SA 4.0
