Gilgit, Pakistan — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Gilgit, Pakistan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Dfa Hot-Summer Continental
2 /10
Poor

December is a poor month in Gilgit

Climate Overview

Gilgit, Pakistan in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -0.3°C (31°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 1°C (35°F) at the start to -2°C (28°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 48 mm across the month.

Expect around 8.4h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 7.7h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 10th, averaging 2.2°C (36°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 6°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
0°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -12°C
Rain
9 days · 48 mm
Sunshine
7.7h / day
Humidity
59% — Moderate
Wind
3 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (303°)
Gusts
26 km/h
Daylight
9.8 h
Cloud Cover
53%
Clear Sky Days
7
UV Index
3.6 — Moderate
Dew Point
-11°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
13 days · 35.7 cm
Frost Days
30 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C -12°C -16°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 2 4 6 8 10 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:07
Daylight 9.7h
Sunset 16:51

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 0°C (31°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -12°C
Rain
13days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
3.9 Moderate
Snow Days
18days
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February
Poor
Temp
1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -9°C
Rain
12days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
Snow Days
17days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
6°C / -2°C
Feels Like
5°C / -5°C
Rain
15days (125 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
Snow Days
19days
View Details
April
Fair
Temp
11°C / 3°C
Feels Like
12°C / 0°C
Rain
13days (122 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
7.6 Very High
Snow Days
15days
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May best
Good
Temp
18°C / 7°C
Feels Like
20°C / 6°C
Rain
13days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
8.4 Very High
Snow Days
10days
View Details
June best
Wet
Temp
26°C / 15°C
Feels Like
30°C / 15°C
Rain
19days (118 mm) Wet
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
8.9 Very High
Snow Days
3days
View Details
July
Wet
Temp
31°C / 21°C
Feels Like
37°C / 23°C
Rain
20days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
8.8 Very High
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August
Wet
Temp
31°C / 21°C
Feels Like
36°C / 24°C
Rain
19days (113 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
8.5 Very High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 17°C
Feels Like
30°C / 18°C
Rain
16days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
7.6 Very High
Snow Days
3days
View Details
October
Fair
Temp
16°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 4°C
Rain
14days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
Snow Days
14days
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
6°C / -3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -6°C
Rain
10days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
60% Moderate
UV
4.3 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
0°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -12°C
Rain
9days (48 mm) Wet
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
3.6 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January -2°C / -8°C -5°C / -12°C 13days (92 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 65% Muggy 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
February 1°C / -6°C -1°C / -9°C 12days (93 mm) Wet 8h Good 68% Muggy 5.3 High Poor View Details
March 6°C / -2°C 5°C / -5°C 15days (125 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 73% Muggy 6.7 High Poor View Details
April 11°C / 3°C 12°C / 0°C 13days (122 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 69% Muggy 7.6 Very High Fair View Details
May best 18°C / 7°C 20°C / 6°C 13days (86 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 70% Muggy 8.4 Very High Good View Details
June best 26°C / 15°C 30°C / 15°C 19days (118 mm) Wet 12.6h Excellent 68% Muggy 8.9 Very High Wet View Details
July 31°C / 21°C 37°C / 23°C 20days (120 mm) Wet 12.3h Excellent 66% Muggy 8.8 Very High Wet View Details
August 31°C / 21°C 36°C / 24°C 19days (113 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 63% Muggy 8.5 Very High Wet View Details
September best 28°C / 17°C 30°C / 18°C 16days (84 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 60% Moderate 7.6 Very High Excellent View Details
October 16°C / 6°C 16°C / 4°C 14days (95 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 65% Muggy 5.8 High Fair View Details
November 6°C / -3°C 4°C / -6°C 10days (77 mm) Wet 8h Good 60% Moderate 4.3 Moderate Poor View Details
December 0°C / -8°C -4°C / -12°C 9days (48 mm) Wet 7.7h Good 59% Moderate 3.6 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Gilgit, with average highs of 0°C (31°F) and around 9 rainy days. Gilgit, Pakistan in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -0.3°C (31°F).
Gilgit typically sees around 9 rainy days in December with 48 mm (1.9 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Gilgit during December are cold, averaging -8°C (17°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 0°C (31°F) and lows of -8°C (17°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Gilgit. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Gilgit during December is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Gilgit gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Gilgit typically sees around 13 snow days in December with roughly 36 cm (14 in) of snowfall.

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