Climate Insights for Muzaffarabad

Muzaffarabad District, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan

Hottest
June
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
January
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
July
206 mm rain8.1 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Muzaffarabad is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,172 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 206 mm of rainfall. Muzaffarabad is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Muzaffarabad is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 46.1 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 8.1 in of rainfall. Muzaffarabad is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 28°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 10°Average: 3°Min: -2°FebMax: 13°Average: 6°Min: 0°MarMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 4°AprMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 8°MayMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 12°JunMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 19°AugMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°SepMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 15°OctMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°NovMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°DecMax: 14°Average: 6°Min: -1°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 49°FAverage: 38°FMin: 28°FFebMax: 55°FAverage: 43°FMin: 31°FMarMax: 63°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 54°FJunMax: 84°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 64°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 71°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 61°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 64°FAverage: 50°FMin: 37°FDecMax: 56°FAverage: 42°FMin: 30°F
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Temperatures in Muzaffarabad vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Muzaffarabad vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 137mmSnow: 41mmFebPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 18mmMarPrecipitation: 163mmSnow: 5mmAprPrecipitation: 129mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 58mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 60mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 206mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 145mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 43mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 42mmSnow: 2mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.4inSnow (in): 16inFebPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 7inMarPrecipitation: 6.4inSnow (in): 2inAprPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 2.3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 2.4inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 8.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 5.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 1in
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Snow (in)

Muzaffarabad is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,172 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 206 mm of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 26 mm. That's 180 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 66cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 41cm.Muzaffarabad is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 46.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 8.1 in of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 1 in. That's 7.1 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 26in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 16in.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Muzaffarabad 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 February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Muzaffarabad 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 February, averaging 3mph, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan3°38°F
Feb6°43°F
Mar11°51°F
Apr16°61°F
May20°68°F
Jun23°73°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep21°71°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov10°50°F
Dec6°42°F

The best time to visit Muzaffarabad is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 47 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Muzaffarabad is during May, June, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Muzaffarabad 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 Muzaffarabad 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-2 °C28 °F
10 °C49 °F
5 km/h3 mph
137 mm5.4 in
41 cm16 in
Feb
0 °C31 °F
13 °C55 °F
5 km/h3 mph
118 mm4.7 in
18 cm7 in
Mar
4 °C40 °F
17 °C63 °F
5 km/h3 mph
163 mm6.4 in
5 cm2 in
Apr
8 °C47 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
129 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
16 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
60 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
28 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
206 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C64 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
145 mm5.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h2 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
9 °C47 °F
24 °C74 °F
4 km/h3 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C37 °F
18 °C64 °F
5 km/h3 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
-1 °C30 °F
14 °C56 °F
5 km/h3 mph
42 mm1.7 in
2 cm1 in