SUMMER SEASON IN GILGIT Bltistan

SUMMER SEASON IN GILGIT Bltistan Rs. 0 / per person

Khaplu Valley

Khaplu is yet another stunning place to visit in winter. It is located 103 Km from Skardu city. Few hotels are open during winter. Khaplu is the coldest town in Pakistan where the temperature goes down to -18 during winter.

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gilgit vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gilgit, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid June where highs are regularly around 94.1°F (34.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.7°F (20.9°C) at night.

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Average Gilgit Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gilgit are November, December, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late November. For example, on the week of November 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

Humidity and Wind

Gilgit has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (34.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (64.4%).

Wind in Gilgit is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by May and June. March’s average wind speed of around 1.5 knots (1.7 MPH or 2.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 4.6 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Is it Safe to Travel to Gilgit?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat unsafe, especially in some areas. As of Oct 07, 2019 there are strong travel warnings and regional advisories for Pakistan; avoid non-essential travel and all travel to some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 04, 2019.

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gilgit, Pakistan is June, followed by May and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gilgit in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.