Kashmir in October

As you may know that Kashmir is also famous for its delicious red apples, ever wondered? When are these apples harvested? Well you have guessed it right. Its October. In this month you can witness also apple hey grow apples. This month also is considered as the transition phase to winter and hence you can expect the weather going om the colder side. October is best if you want to see both autumn as well as the apple harvesting phase in Kashmir. In this blog we discuss Kashmir in October
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Weather of Kashmir in October

Weather of Kashmir in October is on the colder end as this is the transitional month to the winter and it is cold you can expect the temperatures to go up to 10-13 degrees Celsius and you can expect  rainfall but no snowfall in this month. this month is considered as the month of harvesting as lot of people come in this month and visit apple orchards and pluck fresh apples.

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Places to Visit in Kashmir in October

In October , Do visit the apple valley and apple orchards also you can visit Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Yousmarg, Doodhpathri, Sinthan Top, and Zero Point. There are no restrictions on where you can go, and the roads are cleared, their could be rainfall but no snowfall to block roads. You can visit Mughal Gardens and Dachigam National Park. 
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Gulmarg in October

Gulmag as a major tourist destination was initially introduced by King Yusuf Shah Chak of Kashmir and was later developed by Mughal Kings as well as the British. This place was known to be calm and cold when the rest of the world is burning with hot and rigid weather.
You can enjoy visiting Strawberry Valley in Gulmarg, its vast meadows as well as the beautiful nature hidden in its less frequented Forest areas

Pahalgam in October

Pahalgam is one of the major tourist destinations which we can enjoy in the month of October . Pahalgam is a vast hill station where there are many Meadows and forest lands and valleys and other water bodies.

In October , you can enjoy the pristine beauty of Pahalgam that will not be accessible for the rest coming two months due to the Amarnath Yatra in the region. You can your trip in Pahalgam as a natural reservoir of beauty and peace.
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Sonamarg in October

Another major tourist destination that you can enjoy in the month of October is the hill station of Sonamarg. October is generally the beginning of the greenery in Kashmir so the Meadows and forest lands of Sonamarg can be of most beauty.
There is also the river of Sindh that flows from Sonamarg which you can enjoy in the month of October . The water flowing is cold and calming. River Rafting in Sonamarg is one of the major activities to involve in the month of October

Srinagar in October

Srinagar is the city that you can visit at any period of the year. You can easily enjoy your stay in any Houseboat in Dal or Nigeen Lake in Srinagar in the month of October . From there you can easily enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets in Kashmir.
Apart from that, you can also enjoy visiting the most beautiful Mughal Gardens – Nishat, Shalimar and Haerwan – and Pari Mahal. These are the pristine locations to enjoy in main city
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Activities to do in Kashmir in October

You can enjoy a lot of activities that are achieved here in the month of October . October is considered as the start of winter in Kashmir. The temperature starts to warm up and the weather overall becomes stable.

Activities to do in Gulmarg in October

In Gulmarg, you can enjoy visiting the Strawberry valley and the major meadows and vast lands of Gulmarg. You can also ride a Gondola and go the upper reaches of the trans-Himalayas.
You can also set a camp in the vast meadows and enjoy spending nights in the open

Activities to do in Pahalgam in October

In Pahalgam you can easily ride the horses and visit the major tourist destinations like Aru Valley, Betaab valley and Baisaran Valley.
Pahalgam also has designated camp sites. You can easily stay in those tents and enjoy the night.
 

Activities to do in Sonamarg in October

October is the most beautiful month to visit Sonamarg. In Sonamarg you can easily enjoy the beautiful meadows and vast valleys and long trees that do not offer anything but pristine beauty. You can also visit Zojila pass as well as Zero Point in October .
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What to pack for Kashmir in October
October is a month that is generally cold. In The day time its okay but nights could be cold so do take warm clothes.
  • Clothes: Carry your woolen clothes, and other warm clothes that you are comfortable in. Take a Jacket also with you. Also carry waterproof shoes which are comfortable. However, in your dressing take care of local customs and values.
  • Other accessories: you should carry a sunscreen, Sunglasses, moisturizer and a cap to save yourself from sun through the day.
  • Medical Kit: You should always carry a first aid kit with you. Apart from that, you should carry medications prescribed by your doctor
Frequently asked questions
October is actually the best time to visit Kashmir. The entire valley is easily accessible.
 
No, there is no snow in Kashmir in October .
 
Yes, you can enjoy the summer in Gulmarg in October .
 
Yes, Doodhpathri is easily accessible in October .
 

No, you won’t need any warmer clothes in Kashmir in October .

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