Kashmir in November 2026

▲ Kashmir Tour Packages Taxi Travel guide Chinar colours, saffron fields in Pampore and, with luck, Gulmarg’s first snow. Here is what to expect. By Ahmad Suhail

Chinar colours

The chinars turn their deepest red and gold in late October and the first half of November, from the Dal Lake boulevard to Naseem Bagh, Nishat and Shalimar. The exact week shifts with the weather.

Saffron harvest in Pampore

When Last week of October to mid-November Where Pampore, about 11 km from Lal Chowk Tip Go early in the morning, when the flowers are picked

First snow in Gulmarg?

When Possible, usually in the second half of November What to do Gondola ride; the ski season starts mid to late December Tip Be flexible; snow is not guaranteed this early

November weather

Srinagar by day About 10–17°C, often sunny Srinagar at night About −2 to 3°C Gulmarg About 3–10°C by day, below zero at night

What to pack

Thermals and a sweater or fleece A warm jacket Comfortable shoes with a good grip An umbrella or light raincoat A woollen cap and gloves

Getting around

Taxi with driver From ₹2,000 a day, fuel, tolls and driver included Airport pickup Same fare as from the city Day trips Pampore, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg

Tips for November

Start early: the sun sets around 5:30 pm Visit the chinar gardens in morning light Try saffron kahwa in Srinagar Carry an extra layer for the evenings

Plan Your November Kashmir Trip

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