Climate Overview
The climate in Simikot Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 1889mm of precipitation falls per year. Simikot Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Simikot Airport 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 -14°C. Simikot Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Simikot Airport 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 16°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -9°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Simikot Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1889mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 157mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 410mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 41mm. That's 369mm 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. Simikot Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 609cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 166cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Simikot Airport 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 December, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Simikot Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Simikot Airport 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -14°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -9 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 930mm across the season with a monthly average of 310mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -8 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Expect around 77cm 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 -14 to 0°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 352mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Expect around 336cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Simikot Airport 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.
