Quick Answer
What is Kashmir like in February? The most stable month of the ski season, with winter still firmly in place across the valley.
February continues Kashmir's winter but tends to bring more settled weather than January's peak-cold stretch, which is why many skiers consider it the better of the two months for consistent slope conditions.
At a glance
Still cold and snowy, but slightly more settled than January. Gulmarg skiing remains excellent. Srinagar stays quiet and low-season; days start very gradually lengthening toward month's end.
What to expect
Gulmarg remains firmly in ski season, often with more consistent conditions than January as the heaviest early-winter storms pass. Srinagar and the rest of the valley stay cold, with houseboats still running heaters and hotel rates still at their winter low. Toward the end of February, the first subtle signs of the coming spring thaw can begin to show at lower elevations, though the high mountains stay fully wintry.
February: deep snow, longer days
After Chillai Kalan ends on 31 January, February keeps the deep snow of peak winter but brings slightly longer, often sunnier days. For many skiers it is the best month in Gulmarg, and the crowds of the New Year week are gone.
| Place | Snow in this month | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Gulmarg | Deep; prime ski conditions | Skiing, snowboarding, Gondola, snow play |
| Sonamarg | Heavy | Snow landscapes, quiet stays |
| Pahalgam | Likely | Snowy valleys, low prices |
| Srinagar | Possible early in the month | Houseboats, old city, the start of thaw by month end |
Plan a February trip
- Keep a buffer day for weather before your flight home; see winter flights and road closures.
- Book Gondola slots on the official site as soon as your dates are set.
- February is good value outside long weekends; premium hotels in Gulmarg are easier to get than in late December.
- Live winter itineraries and prices: Kashmir winter packages and Gulmarg skiing packages; for top-end stays, luxury Kashmir packages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February better than January for skiing in Gulmarg?
Many skiers find it slightly more reliable, since the heaviest early-winter storms of December-January have typically passed while snow cover remains excellent.
Is Kashmir crowded in February?
No - outside the ski crowd in Gulmarg, February is low season across the valley, with lower hotel rates and fewer tourists.
Is February good for skiing in Gulmarg?
Yes. Snow is deep, days are a little longer and sunnier than in January, and the New Year crowds are gone, which makes February one of the best ski months.
Will there be snow in Kashmir in February?
Gulmarg and Sonamarg almost certainly. Pahalgam is likely to have snow; Srinagar may have snow early in the month before the thaw begins.
Written by Via Kashmir Editorial Team
Last checked 2026
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