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February is a poor month in Gilgit

Climate Overview

Gilgit, Pakistan in February has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.4°C (35°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

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

Daily highs in February gradually rise from around -1°C (31°F) at the start to 3°C (37°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 18th, averaging 3.3°C (38°F).

Compared to January, this month is about 3°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into March.

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Monthly February Averages

Temperature
1°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -9°C
Rain
12 days · 93 mm
Sunshine
8h / day
Humidity
68% — Humid
Wind
2 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (298°)
Gusts
27 km/h
Daylight
10.9 h
Cloud Cover
62%
Clear Sky Days
4.3
UV Index
5.3 — High
Dew Point
-7°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 62%
Snow Days
17 days · 67.1 cm
Frost Days
25 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:52
Daylight 10.9h
Sunset 17:45

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 1°C (35°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
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 & glovesUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

February is typically poor for visiting Gilgit, with average highs of 1°C (35°F) and around 12 rainy days. Gilgit, Pakistan in February has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.4°C (35°F). Rain falls on about 12 days
Gilgit typically sees around 12 rainy days in February with 93 mm (3.7 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Gilgit during February are cold, averaging -6°C (22°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 1°C (35°F) and lows of -6°C (22°F) in February, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
February 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 February is 5 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Gilgit gets approximately 11 hours of daylight per day in February, with around 8 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Gilgit typically sees around 17 snow days in February with roughly 67 cm (26 in) of snowfall.

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