The Meteorological Department has predicted significant snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir, with heavy snow expected over the middle and higher reaches of Kashmir and the Chenab Valley. The peak activity will occur from the night of January 4 to the late night of January 5 and continue through the morning of January 6.
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Weather Forecast:
- Snowfall: Heavy snow is likely over the middle and higher reaches of Kashmir and the Chenab Valley.
- Weather: Light to moderate rain (in the plains of Jammu) and snow at most places in J&K.
- Peak Weather Activity: January 4 (night) to January 5 (late night) and January 6 (morning).
- Improvement: The weather is expected to improve from the afternoon of January 6.
Upcoming Weather (January 7-10, 2025):
- Dry Weather: Generally cloudy and dry conditions expected.
- Light Snow: Isolated to scattered snow is expected from January 11 to 12, 2025.
- Dry Weather: Expected from January 13-15, 2025.
Impact on Transportation:
- The weather system could cause temporary disruptions in surface and air transportation, particularly on January 5.
- Advice for Tourists/Travelers: Plan trips accordingly and follow local administrative and traffic advisories.
Temperature Updates:
- Srinagar: -1.6°C (0.8°C above normal)
- Qazigund: -6.6°C (3.6°C below normal)
- Pahalgam: -2.6°C (3.3°C above normal)
- Kokernag: -5.8°C
- Kupwara: -2.2°C
- Jammu: 8.7°C
- Banihal: 3.0°C
- Batote: 6.5°C
- Katra: 11.2°C
- Bhadarwah: 3.0°C
Chillai-Kalan:
- Kashmir is currently experiencing Chillai-Kalan, a 40-day harsh winter period that started on December 21. After this, the winter will continue with:
- Chillai-Khurd (January 30 to February 19): A milder 20-day winter period.
- Chillai-Bachha (February 20 to March 1): A 10-day period of “baby cold.”
Stay prepared and follow weather and transportation advisories for safety.