# Climate Insights for Kotli

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/pk/kotli/9862360818): Kotli District, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan*

The climate in Kotli is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 179mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Kotli is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, October, November. The coldest months are December, November, June, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between June and June.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** September (peak 20°C)
- **Coldest month:** December (low 1°C)
- **Wettest month:** August (33 mm)

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kotli 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.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 8 | 17 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Feb | 3 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Mar | 6 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Apr | 6 | 14 | 10 | 33 | 2 | 0 |
| May | 5 | 11 | 8 | 33 | 3 | 0 |
| Jun | 3 | 7 | 5 | 33 | 3 | 33 |
| Jul | 3 | 13 | 8 | 33 | 3 | 0 |
| Aug | 4 | 16 | 10 | 33 | 3 | 1 |
| Sep (current) | 8 | 20 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Oct | 8 | 20 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Nov | 2 | 18 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Dec | 1 | 15 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |

## Temperature

Kotli sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 20°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 13°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Kotli is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 179mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 15mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 33mm of rainfall. May and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than April, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and June, totalling around 33cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 33cm.

## Wind

Kotli is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Kotli.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Kotli, which began on June 21, 2026. Kotli is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in September at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 1°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 5 to 15°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 73mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 3 to 16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 5mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 3mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.