Best Time to Visit Jammu

The summer season in Jammu lasts from April to June, and it gets pretty hot here, with average temperatures reaching 35° C at times. April is the transition period, the last month of nice weather until September. While the onset of summer is lovely, with flowering plants blazing in riotous colours and the melting snow creating small streams, the peak of summer is unbearable. The heat and humidity ensure that sightseeing or even pilgrimage becomes tedious. However, many pilgrims and tourists visit Jammu during this time, be it for the Amarnath Yatra, in which Jammu is a major rest stop or because of fewer crowds and a tranquil atmosphere.

The monsoon in Jammu lasts from June to August. Plenty of rain makes it difficult to enjoy a day of sightseeing. Although the weather is pleasant during the rains, the increased humidity makes it difficult to enjoy a trek. In addition, there are negligible but ever-present chances of landslides or roadblocks that might leave tourists stranded. Proper planning is necessary if you wish to visit at this time of the year. Tourist attractions and activities might also be unavailable at this time, therefore, monsoon is not the best time to visit Jammu either.

The winter season in Jammu is from October to February. The weather here is pleasant and restorative. Jammu attracts tourists and pilgrims from all over the country in winter. This is the best time to visit Vaishno Devi Jammu. The average high Jammu temperature remains around 21 °C, whereas the average low can reach even 5 °C. With little pockets of snow visible on the faraway ranges, Jammu becomes a veritable paradise at this time. It is truly the best time to visit Jammu. This is also when the adventure sports season starts in Jammu, with sledging, hiking and trekking in full swing.