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Skardu, Pakistan
Gilgit-Baltistan · Pakistan
Skardu is a large city in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan with a population of 260,000. Elevation: 7,352 ft (2,241 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
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About Skardu
Skardu is a city located in Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan in the disputed Kashmir region. Skardu serves as the capital of Skardu District and the Baltistan Division. It is situated at an average elevation of nearly 2,500 metres above sea level in the Skardu Valley, at the confluence of the Indus and Shigar rivers.
People
Climate
| Population | 260,000 |
| Population Density | 1,000 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,352 ft (2,241 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2979°, 75.6337° |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
| Country | 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| State / Province | Gilgit-Baltistan |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (269 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.4 inches (14 cm) |
About Skardu
Skardu is a large city in Pakistan (Gilgit-Baltistan) with a population of 260,000. The city sits at an elevation of 7,352 feet (2,241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.
Climate in Skardu
Skardu has an average annual temperature of -0.6°C (31°F). The hottest month is Aug (12.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 482 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below Pakistan avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,352 ft (2,241 m) |
| Area | 260.0 sq mi (673.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,000/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2979°N, 75.6337°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.7 in |
Skardu has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 13°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.9") and November the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Skardu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet College Skardu | College | — | Visit → |
| F G Degree College Skardu | College | — | — |
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| F G Gril Degree College | College | — | — |
| Public School and College Skardu | College | — | — |
| University | University | — | — |
| USWA boys college | College | — | — |
Schools in Skardu
60+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| USWA | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School Jaffri Muhallah | — | — | — | — |
| NEF primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Al Murtaza Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Madina Ahl Bait | — | — | — | — |
| Al Mairaj Public School | — | — | — | — |
| City knowledge public school | — | — | — | — |
| Bintul Huda public girls school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal scientific public schol | — | — | — | — |
| shaheen public school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal scientific public schol | — | — | — | — |
| F.G. Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| New Children School and College | — | — | — | — |
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Boys Middle School Thorgu Pain | — | — | — | — |
| Al Abid public School | — | — | — | — |
| Govt. boys primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal Scientific Publich School | — | — | — | — |
| Govt. boys primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary College | — | — | — | — |
| Sahar public school | — | — | — | — |
| Sahar public school | — | — | — | — |
| Al Qalam public school | — | — | — | — |
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| F G Gril High School Kushmara | — | — | — | — |
| F G Boy High School Kushmara | — | — | — | — |
| USWA Girl Public School | — | — | — | — |
| F G Boys High School No 1. | — | — | — | — |
| Shingkhani Gond School | — | — | — | — |
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School Jaffri Muhallah | — | — | — | — |
| Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| NEF primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Al Murtaza Public School | — | — | — | — |
| Madina Ahl Bait | — | — | — | — |
| Al Mairaj Public School | — | — | — | — |
| City knowledge public school | — | — | — | — |
| Bintul Huda public girls school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal scientific public schol | — | — | — | — |
| shaheen public school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal scientific public schol | — | — | — | — |
| F.G. Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| New Children School and College | — | — | — | — |
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| USWA | — | — | — | — |
| Al Abid public School | — | — | — | — |
| Govt. boys primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Ideal Scientific Publich School | — | — | — | — |
| Govt. boys primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary College | — | — | — | — |
| Sahar public school | — | — | — | — |
| Sahar public school | — | — | — | — |
| Al Qalam public school | — | — | — | — |
| Public School | — | — | — | — |
| F G Gril High School Kushmara | — | — | — | — |
| F G Boy High School Kushmara | — | — | — | — |
| USWA Girl Public School | — | — | — | — |
| F G Boys High School No 1. | — | — | — | — |
| Shingkhani Gond School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Skardu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K2 Italian expeditions museum |
Libraries in Skardu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Skardu
23 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Skardu
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Skardu
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Skardu
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Skardu
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Skardu
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Skardu
16 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Skardu
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skardu International Airport | KDU | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Skardu
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abu Talib | |
| Abu Talib | |
| Ghazi Masjid | |
| Gultari Community Hall | |
| Imam Bargah | |
| Jama e Masjid | |
| Jama e Masjid | |
| Jamia Masid Ahl-i-Hadees Sakardu | |
| Manthal Mosque | |
| Masjid Hussan Askari | |
| Masjid Hussan Askri | |
| Qatalgah Mosque | |
| Shaheed Ali Murtaza Shad Masjid | |
| مسجد حسین عسکری |
Explore Near Skardu
Quick Facts
Around Skardu
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Skardu
7 places within 15 km
- • Manthal Buddha Rock
- • Lamsa Budha Shigar
- • Kharphocho Fort
- • City Viewpoint
- • Sarfaranga Cold Desert
- • Skardu Viewpoint
- • twilight viewpoint
🇵🇰 About Pakistan
Frequently Asked Questions About Skardu
What is the population of Skardu?
Skardu has a population of 260,000 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 1,000 people per square mile, spread across 260.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Skardu?
Skardu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.