J&K Weather Update: Dry Conditions Likely Till October 31, Light Rain and Snowfall Expected in Higher Reaches
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to experience generally dry weather until October 31, with brief spells of light rain in parts of Kashmir and possible light rain or snowfall over higher reaches, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar.
As per the latest weather forecast, conditions are expected to remain generally dry until the afternoon of October 23. Towards the late afternoon of October 24, the sky is likely to remain generally cloudy, with isolated places in the higher reaches likely to receive light rain or snowfall.
The weather department has also forecast generally cloudy conditions from November 1 to 3, with the possibility of light rain or snowfall over higher reaches at a few places.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Centre has advised farmers to continue harvesting and other agricultural activities.
Srinagar Records 23.7°C Maximum Temperature
Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 23.7°C on Thursday, which was 1.8°C above the seasonal normal. The minimum temperature settled at 5.2°C, slightly below the normal of 5.4°C.
Qazigund recorded a maximum temperature of 23.6°C, 3.1°C above normal, while Kupwara registered 25.4°C, around 3°C above the seasonal average.
In south Kashmir, Pahalgam recorded a maximum temperature of 19.4°C, marginally above normal. Gulmarg registered 16°C, which was 3.1°C above the seasonal average.
Jammu Region Temperature Update
In the Jammu region, Jammu city recorded a maximum temperature of 30°C, 0.6°C below normal. Katra registered a maximum of 27.8°C, while Bhaderwah recorded 23.3°C, 0.3°C below the seasonal normal.
Residents, particularly those travelling to higher-altitude areas, are advised to follow official weather updates as conditions may change.
Source: Meteorological Centre Srinagar, as reported by Kashmir News Observer (KNO).