Shopian, India
Jammu and Kashmir · India
Shopian is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 16,360. Elevation: 6,742 ft (2,055 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°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 | 16,360 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,742 ft (2,055 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.7172°, 74.8341° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.4 inches (1,026 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.7 inches (9 cm) |
About Shopian
Shopian is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 16,360. The city sits at an elevation of 6,742 feet (2,055 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Shopian
Shopian has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1228 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above India avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,742 ft (2,055 m) |
| Area | 236.6 sq mi (612.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7172°N, 74.8341°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in |
Shopian has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 34°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.6") and November the driest (1.4").
Schools in Shopian
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Govt. Higher Secondary School Nehama | - | - | - | - |
| Govt. Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| EKLAVYA Model School at Tangmarg(Aharbal) kulgam | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Shopian
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Library, Pulwama | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shopian
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| chadoora main market | |||||
| Fruit and Vegetable Market | |||||
| Vegetable and Fruit Mandi Shopian |
Monuments in Shopian
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shopian
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shopian
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shopian
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Shopian
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drung Bowls | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trajan Bowl | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Hapat Khud Bowl | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Shaggy's Face | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Sheenmai Bowl | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Apharwat S Bowl | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Apharwat N Bowl | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gulmarg Ski Resort area Phase 2 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Shopian
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sheikh ul Alam International Airport | SXR | Large Airport |
| Awantipura Air Force Station | - | Small Airport |
| Rajouri Airport | RJI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shopian
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Herpora Masjid | |
| Jamia Masjid | |
| Jamia Masjid | |
| Jamia Masjid Sjopian | |
| Majid Noor | |
| Mohamadiyya Masjid |
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Meteorites Near Shopian
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Shopian.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Shupiyan | 1912 |
Waterfalls Near Shopian
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Shopian.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Aharbal Waterfall |
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What is the population of Shopian?
Shopian has a population of 16,360 residents and is located in India. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 236.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shopian?
Shopian has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.
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