Leh, India
Ladakh · India
Leh is a mid-size city in Ladakh, India with a population of 30,870. Elevation: 11,490 ft (3,502 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°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 | 30,870 |
| Elevation | 11,490 ft (3,502 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.1650°, 77.5840° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Ladakh |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.5 inches (115 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.9 inches (5 cm) |
About Leh
Leh is a mid-size city in India (Ladakh) with a population of 30,870. The city sits at an elevation of 11,490 feet (3,502 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Leh
Leh has an average annual temperature of -3.9°C (25°F). The hottest month is Aug (9.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 470 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.4°F |
| 25% below India avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,490 ft (3,502 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.1650°N, 77.5840°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.3 in |
Leh has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 16°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.6") and November the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Leh
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Institute Of Buddhist Studies | University | - | Visit → |
| Central Institute Of Buddhist Studies | University | - | , |
| Eliezer Joldan Memorial College | College | - | , |
| Himalayan Institute of Alternatives (HIAL) | University | - | Visit → |
| Ice Stupa Alternative University | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Ladakh | University | - | , |
Schools in Leh
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian School | - | - | - | - |
| Govt. Boys Hr. Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sindh Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Islamia Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Leh Modern School | - | - | - | - |
| ITCT computer educ | - | - | - | - |
| Govt. Higher Secondary School Girls | - | - | - | - |
| Ladakh Pubic School | - | - | - | - |
| Govt. School Colony | - | - | - | - |
| Lamdon | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Leh
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Leh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Asian Museum | ||||
| Ladakh House | ||||
| Ladakh Rocks & Minerals museum | ||||
| Thiksey Museum |
Libraries in Leh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chispay Tolop Khang Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Leh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Fruit Market | |||||
| Fruit & vegetable market | |||||
| G K Tibetan Handicraft Market | |||||
| KiguTak Market | |||||
| Lhasa Tibetan Market & Restaurant | |||||
| Moti Market | |||||
| Tibetan refugee market | |||||
| Tibetan Refugee Market | |||||
| Tibetian Market | |||||
| Tibetian Market Main Bazaar | |||||
| Veg & Fruit Market |
Hotels in Leh
104 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Leh
74 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Leh
34 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Leh
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Leh
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Leh
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Leh
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Leh
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Leh
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Leh
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Leh
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Leh
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Leh
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport | IXL | Medium Airport |
| Thoise Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Leh
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| India Post Leh Head Office | |
| Leh City |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Leh
41 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 3 Stupas | |
| 7 stupas | |
| Chandazik Gompa | |
| Gomang Stupa | |
| Gompa | |
| Gurdwara | |
| Gurudwara | |
| Jama Masjid | |
| Korean Temple | |
| Mandala | |
| Mani-wall | |
| Mani-wall | |
| Mani-wall | |
| Masjid Shareef | |
| Prayer wheel | |
| Prayer Wheel | |
| Prayer wheel | |
| Prayer wheel | |
| Prayer wheel | |
| Prayer wheel |
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What is the population of Leh?
Leh has a population of 30,870 residents and is located in India..
What is the weather like in Leh?
Leh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 4.5 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow.
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