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 at a Glance#
Address: Salim Ali National Park, Jammu and Kashmir, India (near Srinagar area)
Hours: Daylight hours (park facilities managed locally)
Admission: 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.
Weather & Climate near Salim Ali National Park#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 8° | 3° | 56 mm | overcast | 55% | 1.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.0h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 10° | 4° | 83 mm | overcast | 63% | 1.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 15° | 9° | 127 mm | overcast | 61% | 0.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 8° - 21° | 15° | 111 mm | overcast | 59% | 1.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Very Good | 12° - 25° | 19° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 1.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Excellent | 16° - 30° | 23° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 51% | 1.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.3h |
| July | Excellent | 19° - 30° | 24° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 63% | 1.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Very Good | 18° - 30° | 24° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.2 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Excellent | 14° - 28° | 21° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 1.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 7° - 23° | 15° | 39 mm | some cloud | 45% | 0.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 2° - 16° | 9° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 42% | 0.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Acceptable | -1° - 10° | 4° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 46% | 1.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.7h |
