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Weather & Climate in Chilas, Pakistan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chilas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 51.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,743 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 43.2°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,743 ft (1,141 m) |
| Area | 257.9 sq mi (668.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4129°N, 74.1041°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
342 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| Jan 24, 1992 | northwestern Kashmir | M5.5 | 40 km | 47 km |
| Feb 20, 2009 | 19 km NW of Uri, India | M5.5 | 136 km | 12 km |
| Feb 14, 2004 | 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.5 | 108 km | 11 km |
| Apr 5, 1990 | 53 km SW of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.4 | 28 km | 33 km |
| Feb 26, 2015 | 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.4 | 112 km | 30 km |
| Nov 1, 2002 | 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.4 | 51 km | 33 km |
| Oct 1, 2016 | 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.4 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Aug 13, 2012 | 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.4 | 74 km | 28 km |
| Feb 14, 2004 | 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.4 | 107 km | 11 km |
| Jul 2, 2015 | 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.3 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Nov 3, 2002 | 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.3 | 45 km | 33 km |
| Feb 5, 2019 | 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India | M5.2 | 35 km | 21 km |
| Jun 12, 2019 | 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan | M5.2 | 140 km | 13 km |
| Nov 2, 2002 | 31 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.2 | 39 km | 33 km |
| Mar 20, 2006 | 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.2 | 80 km | 12 km |
| Mar 14, 2010 | 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.2 | 38 km | 44 km |
| Aug 20, 2024 | 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India | M5.1 | 140 km | 14 km |
| Mar 16, 2022 | 65 km ESE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.1 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 2020 | 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India | M5.1 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 2000 | 10 km N of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.0 | 121 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 0.7 in |
Chilas has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 22°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.2") and November the driest (0.4").