Travel Tips

What to pack for Kashmir in May

20 Jan 2026 6 min readBy Emin Tour & Travels Team

May is a wonderful time to visit Kashmir. Here's the complete packing list...

Clothing - Light cotton clothes for daytime (18–24°C) - A warm fleece or jacket for evenings (can drop to 8°C) - Rain jacket (April–June can see light showers) - Comfortable walking shoes

Documents - Valid photo ID (mandatory at checkpoints) - Travel insurance documents - Hotel booking confirmations

Health & Safety - Personal medicines - Sunscreen SPF 50+ (altitude increases UV) - Insect repellent for meadow areas - Hand sanitizer

Photography - Extra memory cards - Portable charger - Lens cloth (lake areas can be misty)