Historical Climate Data & Weather Trends (1981-2025)
Comprehensive climate analysis across 1 districts in Ladakh, India
Ladakh Climate Overview
Ladakh, India has an average annual temperature of -2.8°C, approximately 253mm of rainfall per year, and average humidity of 52%. Temperatures range from -32.4°C in Leh(Ladakh) to 22.4°C in Leh(Ladakh). This page covers 45 years of historical climate data (1981–2025) across all 1 districts, sourced from NASA POWER — with monthly charts, yearly trends, and a full district comparison table.
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Quick Climate Facts
(1981 - 2025)
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Average Temperature
-2.8°C
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Min Temperature
-32.4°C
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Max Temperature
22.4°C
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Average Rainfall
0.7 mm/day
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Average Humidity
51.8%
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Average Wind Speed
2.1 m/s
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Number of Districts
1
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Data Period
1981-2025
📊Monthly Climate Averages for Ladakh
📖Understanding Ladakh's Climate Patterns
These charts show monthly temperature and rainfall patterns for Ladakh, averaged across all 1 districts and 45 years of data. Use them to understand seasonal shifts — when monsoon arrives, which months are hottest, and how humidity peaks align with rainfall.
This chart tracks how Ladakh's climate has changed from 1981 to 2025. Switch between Temperature, Rainfall, and Humidity tabs to spot long-term trends. Use the year range buttons to zoom into recent decades or view the full 45-year picture.
🌡️Yearly Temperature Trends(2016–2025)
Annual temp trends · 1981–2025 · °C
🗺️Climate Diversity Across Ladakh
Across its 1 districts, Ladakh has significant climate variation. Leh(Ladakh) is the coolest district with average lows of -32.4°C, while Leh(Ladakh) reaches average highs of 22.4°C. Leh(Ladakh) is the wettest district at 0.7 mm/day. These differences are driven by altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geography.
Coldest District
Leh(Ladakh)
-32.4°C min
Hottest District
Leh(Ladakh)
22.4°C max
Wettest District
Leh(Ladakh)
0.7 mm/day
📍Weather Data for All 1 Districts in Ladakh
Click any district to view its full 45-year weather history — monthly patterns, yearly trends, and extreme records. Use search to find a specific district quickly.
The average annual temperature in Ladakh is -2.8°C based on 45 years of historical climate data from 1981 to 2025. Temperatures vary significantly across the state's 1 districts, ranging from an average minimum of -32.4°C to an average maximum of 22.4°C.
Leh(Ladakh) is the hottest district in Ladakh, with an average maximum temperature of 22.4°C and an average annual temperature of -2.8°C. This makes it one of the warmest areas in the state throughout the year.
Leh(Ladakh) is the coldest district in Ladakh, with an average minimum temperature of -32.4°C and an average annual temperature of -2.8°C. Winter temperatures in this district can drop significantly below the state average.
Ladakh receives an average of 0.7 mm/day of rainfall, which translates to approximately 253 mm annually. Rainfall varies considerably across districts, with Leh(Ladakh) being the wettest at 0.7 mm/day and Leh(Ladakh) being the driest at 0.7 mm/day.
Leh(Ladakh) receives the highest rainfall in Ladakh, averaging 0.7 mm/day or approximately 253 mm per year. This district experiences significantly more precipitation compared to the state average, making it ideal for water-intensive agriculture.
The average relative humidity in Ladakh is 51.8%. Humidity levels vary across the state, with Leh(Ladakh) having the highest average humidity at 51.8% and Leh(Ladakh) having the lowest at 51.8%. These variations affect local climate comfort and agricultural practices.
This comprehensive weather dataset covers all 1 districts in Ladakh. Each district's climate data has been collected from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources) and includes 45 years of historical records from 1981 to 2025. The state-level statistics presented are calculated by averaging data across all districts.
All weather and climate data for Ladakh is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), which provides reliable meteorological data from NASA research. The data is based on the MERRA-2 Reanalysis with a spatial resolution of 0.5° x 0.625° and covers the period from 1981 to 2025. This ensures high-quality, scientifically validated climate information aggregated across all 1 districts in the state.
This comprehensive weather history can help farmers and agricultural planners in Ladakh make informed decisions about crop selection, planting schedules, and irrigation planning. The data shows that Leh(Ladakh) receives the most rainfall (0.7 mm/day), making it suitable for water-intensive crops, while Leh(Ladakh) receives less rainfall (0.7 mm/day) and may require more irrigation. Temperature variations across districts help determine suitable growing seasons for different crops. The 45-year dataset also helps identify long-term climate trends that may require adaptation in farming practices.
Ladakh shows significant climate diversity across its 1 districts. Temperature varies from -32.4°C in Leh(Ladakh) to 22.4°C in Leh(Ladakh). Rainfall patterns range from 0.7 mm/day in Leh(Ladakh) to 0.7 mm/day in Leh(Ladakh). This diversity is influenced by factors such as altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geographical features, creating distinct microclimates within the state.
📚 Data Source & Methodology
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing satellite-derived meteorological data used globally by researchers and agricultural planners. State-level figures are calculated by averaging data across all 1 districts in Ladakh.