Srinagar in June- Best Places to Visit and Top Things to Do

Srinagar’s summer is one of the most pleasant seasons in the world. This lasts from straight April to October. At that time, the weather is pleasant here, days are warm, and nights are cool. Then, the roads become much more accessible because there is neither a high chance of snow nor rainfall. Then you will find more opportunities for outdoor activities in June.

Be it having a Shikara ride, enjoying the Hemis festival, or exploring local markets, everything is thrilling in this month. Moreover, the flowers in the garden and calm waters in the lake bloom more in June. Let’s find out whether a trip to Srinagar in June is the best idea.

Srinagar Weather In June

The temperature in Srinagar, especially in June, ranges from 14°C to 30°C (57°F to 86°F). But the average high temperature here in June is 24.4°C, and the average low temperature is 10.8°C. In June, Srinagar is mostly dry and pleasant. 

The wind speed is quite moderate in June. It blows at an average speed of 6–8 km/h or 6.8 mph (10.9 kph). Then the precipitation in June is 33% on an average day. It means there is a 33% chance of having rain in Srinagar on an average day in June. Over the last 30 years, Srinagar has had rain for about 4 days and 37 mm in June.

Throughout the year, Srinagar has an average humidity of 56%. But in June, it has the lowest humidity record, i.e., 46%. Right now, the air quality index (AQI) in Srinagar is moderate and quite clean. It’s below 50. According to AccuWeather, the AQI of Srinagar for June 19 to 22 is 36, 43, 48, and 49.

The days of June in this place are sunny mostly, and the nights are cloudy. On average, Srinagar shows 15 sunny days, 1 cloudy day, 5 partly cloudy days, and 9 rainy days in June. But the weather is mostly hot and dry this month.

The parking areas in Srinagar are generally dry during June. Thanks to the pleasant weather. However, some areas can experience minimal rainfall, making the parkings still safe and comfortable. For a safer parking, park in busy areas, like the city center, but not on the roadside. 

Srinagar Temperature In June

Srinagar’s temperature during the day is around 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). During the night, the temperature falls to 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F). However, the average high in June is 23°C (73°F), and the average low is 10°C (50°F). In this temperature range, you can explore gardens, lakes, and open spaces, like Dal Lake, Mughal gardens, Betaab Valley, Wular Lake, and so on.

Generally, it’s best to visit Srinagar when the temperature is between 10°C and 30°C. It means summer and spring seasons are the best times to visit here, which fall in March to June. At that time, the weather is pleasant, the lora blooms all around, and it has a perfect aura for outdoor activities. Such as boating, sightseeing, exploring gardens, etc.

Now, you must be thinking, does temperature affect the selection of places to visit in Srinagar? Well, yes. When the temperature is between 12 and 15°C, this region doesn’t get much rainfall. And that’s the best time to visit Srinagar. In 18 to 28°C, you will see a fresh spell of rain there. At that time, you can explore the Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Sri Pratap Singh Museum, and Mughal gardens.

The warmer season is in June, when the temperature can be 20 to 30°C. But if the temperature is between -2°C and 10°C, you may see frequent snowfall, especially in Sonmarg, Pahalgam, and Gulmarg. 

However, during June, the snowfall areas with high altitude become less accessible because of the melting snow. These locations are Sinthan Top, Thajiwas Glacier, and Gulmarg Gondola Phase II.

Road Condition in Srinagar in June

By road conditions in Srinagar, we mean the factors that say whether driving on its particular roads is going to be easy or not. This also says about the quality of Srinagar’s roads, including road markings, potholes, weather, and pavement surface.

June is one of the peak season months to visit Srinagar. During June, the ice starts to melt, making most of the locations accessible. Pahalgam, Sonmarg, and Gulmarg are easily accessible during this month, even though they are snow-based locations. Then the roads in Dal Lake, Nigeen Lake, Nishat Bagh, and Shalimar Bagh become dry.

The road conditions of Srinagar can be affected by weather, the invasion of visitors, and maintenance work. As per the Economic Times, the Gurez Bandipora road was closed due to snowfall, and traffic was halted there. Heavy rainfall was also a reason for most of Srinagar’s valleys to remain closed. 

Because of landslides, Srinagar often experiences road construction. The Boulevard road and NH44 mostly remain operational at that time. Again, the huge influx of tourists can lead to traffic congestion.

Tips: Always choose wider lanes and parking while traveling to Srinagar. Anytime between April and October will give you pleasant weather in Kashmir. It’s better to go with the Mughal road to Srinagar instead of NH1A through Banihal.

Boulevard Road and NH44 are also fine routes for lakeside views. Try to avoid the Srinagar-Leh highway. It’s prone to landslides. And always choose your hotels and accommodations in the city center. Only then can you find accessible transportation.

Is June a Good Time to Visit Srinagar?

March, April, May, and June are the peak seasons in Srinagar. In June, the place experiences a pleasant temperature of the new summer. Travelers can get to enjoy outdoor activities, like trekking and exploring the gardens and valleys here, especially in June. 

Since June is the blooming season for Srinagar, the valleys and gardens attract a lot. They also come to enjoy trekking, golfing, and other outdoor activities. I suggest going there, especially in mid-June. Because at that time you will neither experience the extreme cold of winter nor the monsoon rainfall of late summer.

Can You See Snow in Srinagar in June?

You won’t see snow in either Srinagar or in the entire Kashmir in June. This time, the snow melts, and the landscape becomes greenery. 

However, some phases of the Gondola and Thajiwas Glacier in Sonmarg may have snow as they are high-altitude areas. 

If you like snow and want a day there, travel to Sonmarg, which is 80 km away from Srinagar. 

10 Best Places to Visit in Srinagar in June

Srinagar has almost everything to make a tourist’s trip worth it. Everything is there, from lakes and gardens to historical places. 

Here is a list of the best places to visit in Srinagar in June:

1. Dal Lake
2. Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden
3. Nigeen Lake
4. Shankaracharya temple 
5. Hazratbal Shrine
6. Chashme Shahi
7. Badamwari Park
8. Char Chinar
9. Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden
10. Nishat Bagh

Each place has its layout, hours, fees, and travel details. 

Let’s jump into them.

1. Dal Lake

• Distance: 2.3 km
• Visiting Hours: 6 am to 8 pm
• Entry Fees: Free (Fees included for Shikara ride)
• Expected Time: 2 to 3 Hours
• Layout: Interconnected with four basins, e.g., Gagribal, Lokut Dal, Nigeen, and Bod Dal. These are again divided into causeways and channels.

During June, the ice in Srinagar melts away, which unveils the emerald waters in Dal Lake. Also, the gardens add colors to the lake, making it the most beautiful place to visit in Srinagar. 

Share a brief overview of the place and mention why it’s one of the best places to visit in Srinagar in June.

2. Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden

• Distance: 10 km
• Visiting Hours: 8 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: ₹50 (Adults), ₹25 (Children)
• Expected Time: 1.5 Hours
• Layout: Situated at the base of the Zabarwan range, and has a terrace fashion of terrace. It consists of seven terraces and provides a view of Dal Lake. 

Visiting the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in June can give you a calm and quieter experience. Because the flowers of this garden bloom most in March, gathering huge crowds. For fewer crowds, June is the best time to visit this garden.

3. Nigeen Lake

• Distance: 7 km
• Visiting Hours: 7 am to 8 pm
• Entry Fees: Free
• Expected Time: 1.5 to 2 Hours
• Layout: It’s a quieter alternative to Dal Lake, surrounded by poplar and willow trees.

June gives pleasant weather to Srinagar. Visiting Nigeen Lake at that time will neither be chilly nor hot.

4. Shankaracharya Temple

• Distance: 9 km
• Visiting Hours: 6 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: Free
• Expected Time: 1 Hour
• Layout: It is square, has a 20-foot octagonal rock base, and sits 1000 feet above the valley floor.

You can have a comfortable travel experience to the Shankaracharya temple, especially in June.

5. Hazratbal Shrine

• Distance: 9 km
• Visiting Hours: 9 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: Free
• Expected Time: 1 Hour
• Layout: It’s a white marble mosque, located near the left bank of Dal Lake.

The pleasant weather of June can make your trip to Hazratbal Shrine very comfortable. Besides, it overlooks Dal Lake, making the view more beautiful. 

6. Chashme Shahi

• Distance: 8 km
• Visiting Hours: 9 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: ₹30 (Adults), ₹15 (Children)
• Expected Time: 1 Hour
• Layout: It is quite symmetrical with Persian-style pavilions and terraced gardens.

Chashme Shahi garden’s flowers bloom fully from April to June. So the enchanting view and pleasant weather of this garden are going to make your visit worthwhile.

7. Badamwari Park

• Distance: 6.5 km
• Visiting Hours: 9 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: Free
• Expected Time: 1 to 1.5 Hours
• Layout: Filled with almond trees and flower beds.

Badamwari Park will also give you a peaceful experience. Since it blooms the most during Spring, the crowd is going to be less during June. 

8. Char Chinar

• Distance: 7 km
• Visiting Hours: 10 am to 6 pm
• Entry Fees: Boat Charges Apply
• Expected Time: 1 Hour
• Layout: Has four Chinar trees on its four corners.

9. Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden

• Distance: 12 km
• Visiting Hours: 9 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: ₹30 (Adults), ₹15 (Children)
• Expected Time: 1.5 Hours
• Layout: Follows the Chahar Bagh layout but has a rectangular shape, and four sections are divided by water channels.

The lush green of the Shalimar Bagh Mughal Garden is apparent during June. Also, the weather is pleasant enough to have the best sightseeing here.

10. Nishat Bagh

• Distance: 11 km
• Visiting Hours: 9 am to 7 pm
• Entry Fees: ₹30 (Adults), ₹15 (Children)
• Expected Time: 1.5 Hours
• Layout: Has a terraced design where twelve terraces represent the twelve zodiac signs.

From Nishat Bagh, you can enjoy the view of the Zabarwan Range, Dal Lake, and Nishat Bagh itself. Since the flowers of this garden are at their full bloom in June, it will be a great time to visit here.

If you are interested to learn the complete list of places to visit in Srinagar, read this article.

What Places Are Less Ideal to Visit in Srinagar in June?

Srinagar is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful tourist attractions. But all the places here are ideal to be visited, especially in June. 

Those are:

1. Hari Parbat Fort: It’s a historical place. There, you just need to walk and walk, but you can’t do any outdoor activity. For outdoor activities, lakes and gardens are the best, and June is the best month for this.
2. Dachigam National Park: This place can be a good one for nature lovers. But I don’t prefer visiting here in June as it’s not the time for wildlife sightseeing. 
3. Hazratbal Mosque: It’s similar to the Hazratbal Shrine and is a completely spiritual and cultural site. You may consider visiting here along with the nearby lake and garden spots.
4. Kashmir Government Arts Emporium and Shri Pratap Singh Museum: For a history and shopping experience, this museum is fine. But June in Srinagar welcomes outdoor activities more than indoor activities.

Not Recommended for June-

1. Char Chinar: It’s located on a small island in Dal Lake, and you have to go there by boat. I don’t think it would be as exciting as the activities in gardens.
2. Badam Wari: It’s quite similar to the Badamwari park, but not so well-maintained as other Mughal gardens.

7 Things to Do in Srinagar in June

Here are the top 7 things to do that you shouldn’t miss out on when you visit Srinagar. 

1. Have a Shikara Ride in Dal Lake

Shikara is mainly a light rowing boat. Having a ride on it will give you a leisurely journey across Dal Lake’s tranquil waters. Trust me, you will fall in love with the picturesque views of houseboats, calm waters, and surrounding mountains.

Dal Lake is at a distance of 14 km from Srinagar’s city center and 3 km from the Srinagar bus station. Whenever you visit here in June, make sure it’s early morning or late afternoon, i.e., 6 am to 8 am or 4 pm to 6 pm. Because in the early morning the crowd is less, and the place gives a soft light for the best photographs.

2. Visit Local Markets

One of my top reasons to visit Srinagar is its local markets. Lal Chowk, Residency Road, Dastagir Sahib Market, Zaina Kadal Street, Polo View, etc., are some of the famous local markets here. You must visit them to explore the craftsmanship, culture, and artistry of Kashmir.

These local markets are not so far from Srinagar’s city center. For example, the Lal Chowk is 2.1 km away, and the Polo View market is 3 km away from the city center. 

Whenever you visit these markets, you will have a vibrant experience of Kashmir’s rich culture for sure. 

However, do try buying the famous Pashmina shawls, papier mache, Kashmiri carpets, and walnuts from there.

3. Stay at the Houseboat

Staying at a houseboat is a unique kind of accommodation. It’s mostly done in Dal Lake and Nigeen Lake. The Dal Lake is at a distance of 14 km, and the Nigeen Lake is at a distance of 6.5 km from the city center. 

You must try this activity to get a beautiful scenic view and cultural diversity during your stay. Anytime between April and June is the best time to stay at a houseboat, but mid-June is more preferable. At this time, the lakes show their most vibrant colors. 

In your stay, you will surely enjoy the lake views, mountain views, home-cooked cuisine, and Kashmiri decor.

4. Visit the Floating Vegetable Market

A floating market in Srinagar is where suppliers and vendors do their business on the banks of the lake. They mainly do not go on floating shikaras. It means the floating vegetable market in Srinagar is located in Dal Lake.

In Srinagar, vegetables are primarily grown in floating gardens of natural wetlands. Then they are sold on the floating shikaras, which we call the floating vegetable market. It’s a completely unorganized market that will give you a unique experience. At a time, you can explore Srinagar’s local commerce and scenic beauty by visiting this market.

As said before, the Dal Lake is at a distance of 14 km and 60 to 90 minutes away from the Srinagar city center. Mid-June will be the best time to visit floating markets, as it’s the most pleasant weather out there.

5. Experience Hemis Festival

Hemis festival is the birth anniversary of Lord Padmasambhava. It’s celebrated in Hemis, Ladakh, not in Srinagar. And from the Srinagar city center, Hemis Ladakh is located at a distance of 450 km. It takes about 10 to 15 hours to get there.

Anyway, the Hemis festival is celebrated to enhance the spiritual strength of people. Also, it highlights the Tibetan Buddhist tradition following the Ladakhi culture. This festival is held in the Tibetan calendar’s fifth month, which is in June. And it lasts for two days.

In the Hemis festival, you can see the beautiful Cham dance. Then the Hemis monastery and Giant Thangkas are also to be explored in this festival.

6. Have a Boat ride to Char Chinar Island

You can take a boat ride to Char Chinar Island with the help of a Shikara. You need to hire from Dal Lake. Trust me, you will be mesmerized by the serene surroundings of the Dal Lake. The tranquil waters and the vibrant Chinar trees will help you take great photographs.

Surprisingly, Char Chinar Island is just 6 km away from the Srinagar bus station. June is a perfect time to visit there, but try visiting there around sunset. At that time, you will get the best picturesque views.

7. Try Traditional Kashmiri Food

Here are some popular Kashmiri foods that you shouldn’t miss out on when you visit Srinagar.

• Wazwan: It’s Kashmiri cuisine’s multi-course meal with more than 36 courses. So you will get a variety of flavors from here.
• Rogan Josh: It’s an Indian curry made with lamb and goat. You will get here an aromatic gravy with meat chunks that represents the culinary artistry of Kashmiri cuisine.
• Yakhni: Also known as yogurt lamb curry, as lamb is cooked here in the yogurt-based gravy.
• Kahwa: It’s a warm beverage, called sweet tea, found in the Kashmir Valley.
• Street Food: This has all the flavors of the world. But don’t miss out on the spicy wraps, crispy fritters, and sweet treats of Srinagar’s street food.

What activity should to avoided in Srinagar in June?

1. Trekking in high altitudes as they have high UV rays and low oxygen levels.
2. Visiting during Eid or religious holidays.
3. Expecting alcohol availability in remote areas.
4. Traveling without adequate security awareness.

How to Reach Srinagar in June?

1. By Flight– Srinagar airport is 11 km away from the city center. You can go there by taxi, which will cost £600 to £750. This can take around 13 minutes to reach by taxi.
2. By Road- From Delhi or Jammu, you can use the National Highway 44 (NH44) to reach Srinagar. People also know it as the Jammu-Srinagar highway.
3. By Train- Outside Kashmir, travelers can’t get a direct rail connection to Srinagar. From Srinagar, the nearest rail station is Jammu Tawi, which is 271 km away from Srinagar. From the station, you have to switch to a new mode of transportation, like a flight or bus, to reach Srinagar.

Where to Stay in Srinagar in June?

These are some options below for your stay in Srinagar. 

1. Budget hotels- It’s an economy hotel with a small to mid-size property. Here, the price is around £582 per night.
2. Mid-range hotels- It’s a balance of affordability and quality in the stay. Per night, you may have to spend around £3000 here.
3. Luxury- For personalized design and top-tier amenities, luxury hotels are the best. Here, per night, it will cost you around £14000.

What to Pack for a Trip to Srinagar in June?

Whenever you plan to make a trip to Srinagar in June, do pack the following things.

• Cotton clothes, along with a light jacket.
• Raincoat and umbrella. 
• Sunscreen and sunglasses. 
• Proper shoes and your medicines. 

Things to Remember Before Visiting Srinagar in June

1. Cultural Etiquette- Make sure you dress modestly in Srinagar, especially near the shrines.
2. Safety Tips- Always keep security updates of your location in check.
3. Bargaining- Do bargain in local markets when needed.
4. Photography- Ask permission before taking photos of a destination. 
5. Connectivity and Mobile Communication- Not all locations are going to provide you seamless connection. So don’t worry when you are out of network.
6. Weather and Road Conditions- Don’t forget to check the weather and road conditions of the place where you are and where you are heading.

Final Thoughts on Visiting Srinagar in June

A Srinagar trip in June is a good idea for you. The temperature and weather are quite moderate this month. Besides, the road conditions have become good and accessible. However, I highly recommend trying the Shikara ride and experiencing the Hemis festival in Srinagar. 

They seem like the festivals and activities are especially made for June. 

Lastly, don’t forget to capture every moment as you are visiting one of the most beautiful places in the world, that is, Srinagar, Kashmir