Climate Insights for Zeb Magam
Handwara tehsil, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Climate Overview
The climate in Zeb Magam is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1,231 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zeb Magam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zeb Magam is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -9°C. Zeb Magam experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.The climate in Zeb Magam is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 48.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Zeb Magam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zeb Magam is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 15°F. Zeb Magam experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Zeb Magam vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -9°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Zeb Magam vary considerably across the year, with a 62°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 67°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 15°F and the daily average is 23°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 13°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zeb Magam is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,231 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 179 mm of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 35 mm. That's 143 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Zeb Magam receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 374cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 123cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Zeb Magam is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 7 in of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 1.4 in. That's 5.6 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Zeb Magam receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 147in annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 48in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Zeb Magam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.Zeb Magam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zeb Magam is during June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 76 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -9°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Zeb Magam is during June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 77°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 15°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zeb Magam based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zeb Magam based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.