Climate Overview
The climate in Bijbehara is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 3054mm of precipitation falls per year. Bijbehara receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bijbehara is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Bijbehara experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bijbehara vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bijbehara is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3054mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 255mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 544mm of rainfall. August and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 71mm. That's 473mm 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. Bijbehara receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 472cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 179cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bijbehara is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Bijbehara, which began on June 21, 2026. Bijbehara 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 August at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 796mm across the season with a monthly average of 265mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1234mm across the season with a monthly average of 411mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 392mm across the season with a monthly average of 131mm. Expect around 31cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -6 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 633mm across the season with a monthly average of 211mm. Expect around 343cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bijbehara 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.
