Weather & Climate in Gulgam, India
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gulgam experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,666 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,666 ft (1,727 m) |
| Area | 460.4 sq mi (1,192.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5501°N, 74.2173°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
337 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| Feb 20, 2009 | 19 km NW of Uri, India | M5.5 | 48 km | 12 km |
| Feb 14, 2004 | 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.5 | 95 km | 11 km |
| Jan 24, 1992 | northwestern Kashmir | M5.5 | 111 km | 47 km |
| Oct 1, 2016 | 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.4 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Nov 1, 2002 | 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.4 | 115 km | 33 km |
| Feb 26, 2015 | 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.4 | 87 km | 30 km |
| Aug 13, 2012 | 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.4 | 61 km | 28 km |
| Feb 14, 2004 | 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan | M5.4 | 97 km | 11 km |
| Apr 5, 1990 | 53 km SW of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.4 | 120 km | 33 km |
| Nov 3, 2002 | 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.3 | 102 km | 33 km |
| Jul 2, 2015 | 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.3 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 1991 | 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan | M5.2 | 70 km | 33 km |
| Mar 14, 2010 | 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.2 | 88 km | 44 km |
| Oct 10, 2010 | 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan | M5.2 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jun 12, 2019 | 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan | M5.2 | 125 km | 13 km |
| Nov 2, 2002 | 31 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan | M5.2 | 124 km | 33 km |
| Feb 5, 2019 | 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India | M5.2 | 62 km | 21 km |
| Mar 20, 2006 | 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan | M5.2 | 49 km | 12 km |
| Jul 24, 2015 | 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan | M5.1 | 122 km | 17 km |
| Aug 20, 2024 | 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India | M5.1 | 44 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.6 in |
Gulgam has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and November the driest (0.9").