Kargil, India
Ladakh · India
Kargil is a small city in Ladakh, India with a population of 16,338. Elevation: 8,812 ft (2,686 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 16,338 |
| Elevation | 8,812 ft (2,686 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.5577°, 76.1262° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Ladakh |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.1 inches (18 cm) |
About Kargil
Kargil is a small city in India (Ladakh) with a population of 16,338. The city sits at an elevation of 8,812 feet (2,686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 8°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Kargil
Kargil has an average annual temperature of -1.9°C (29°F). The hottest month is Aug (10.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-15.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 494 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.3°F |
| 33% below India avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,812 ft (2,686 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.5577°N, 76.1262°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-13°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.8 in |
Kargil has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 8°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Kargil
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.D.C Kargil | College | - | , |
| Polytechnic college | College | - | , |
Schools in Kargil
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Baroo | - | - | - | - |
| BHSS Baroo | - | - | - | - |
| Muttahary public school | - | - | - | - |
| Sawab school | - | - | - | - |
| Munshi Habibullah School | - | - | - | - |
| Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Muttahary Educational Society | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Kargil
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.P.J Abdul Kalaam Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kargil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کارگل بازار |
Hotels in Kargil
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kargil
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kargil
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kargil
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kargil
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kargil
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kargil
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kargil
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kargil
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kargil Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kargil
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gurudwara Charan Kamal Sahib | |
| Jamia Masjid | |
| Platue Nath Baba Mandir |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kargil
What is the population of Kargil?
Kargil has a population of 16,338 residents and is located in India..
What is the weather like in Kargil?
Kargil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 8°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow.
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