Salim Ali National Park

National Park Urban bird sanctuary in Srinagar named after Salim Ali

Named for ornithologist Salim Ali, Salim Ali National Park in Jammu and Kashmir protects birdlife near Srinagar; visitors go for birdwatching and short nature walks.

Salim Ali National Park
Salim Ali National Park, Jammu and Kashmir, India (near Srinagar area)
34.0810, 74.8040
Daylight hours (park facilities managed locally)
Park entrance and permit fees vary; local permits often required for birding zones

How to Get to Salim Ali National Park #

Salim Ali National Park is in the Jammu and Kashmir region; nearest city access commonly comes via Srinagar or local administrative towns. Road and local transport arrangements vary with season; check with local forest department offices for permits and road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Salim Ali National Park #

  • Hire a local naturalist guide for birdwatching - the park is named after Salim Ali and is important for wetland and bird conservation.
  • Check with local authorities for permit requirements if accessing restricted areas.
  • Bring binoculars and a field guide: the park's value is in observing endemic and migratory bird species.

Best Time to Visit Salim Ali National Park #

Late spring through early autumn is the best window for access and birdwatching; winter conditions can be severe and restrict access.

Summer (May-September)
May-Sep · 10-25°C
Milder temperatures and peak bird activity; most comfortable for hiking.
Late spring (April-May)
Apr-May · 5-18°C
Wildflowers and clear mountain views; quieter than peak summer.
Autumn (September-October)
Sep-Oct · 5-18°C
Clear days and migration windows for some species; fewer crowds.

Weather & Climate near Salim Ali National Park #

Climate

Salim Ali National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (766 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 89 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

47 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.3h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 30°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
14.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

77 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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