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Back-to-Back Western Disturbances to Bring Rain, Snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir as Cold Slightly Eases

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Srinagar welcomes first snowfall

Back-to-back Western Disturbances are set to impact Jammu and Kashmir from Thursday, bringing widespread rain and snowfall across many areas. While the weather is expected to turn harsh again, minimum temperatures showed a slight improvement on Wednesday, offering brief relief from the intense cold.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Officials from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said the first Western Disturbance will affect the region between January 22 and January 24, with its strongest impact likely on January 23. A second system is expected to arrive on the night of January 26 and continue until January 28, peaking on January 27.

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According to the IMD, both weather systems are likely to bring heavy rain and snowfall, especially over the Pir Panjal range, the Chenab Valley in Jammu division, and the middle and higher areas of south Kashmir.

In Srinagar, the minimum temperature rose to –2.4°C on Wednesday, improving from –3.4°C the previous night. At Srinagar Airport, temperatures also showed a mild rise, indicating slightly less severe night-time cold.

Some areas, however, continued to experience freezing conditions. Qazigund and Kupwara recorded sub-zero temperatures, while Kokernag slipped back below freezing after a brief improvement.

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Clouds hovering over the Lal Chowk on a cloudy day, in Srinagar on Wednesday. (ANI Photo)

South Kashmir remained particularly cold. Anantnag, Pulwama, and Shopian all reported harsh night temperatures, with Shopian recording one of the lowest readings.

In higher reaches, cold conditions persisted. Gulmarg and Sonamarg continued to record well below-zero temperatures, though Gulmarg saw a minor rise compared to the previous night.

North Kashmir districts such as Baramulla, Bandipora, and Ganderbal showed mixed trends, with slight improvements in some places. Temperature data for Kulgam was not available on Wednesday.

In the winter capital Jammu, minimum temperatures remained mostly stable, hovering around 7°C, with only a slight dip compared to the previous night.

Overall, while there has been a small easing in night-time cold, the coming days are expected to bring fresh spells of rain and snowfall, making weather conditions challenging again across Jammu and Kashmir.

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Wet Spell to Bring Heavy Rain and Snow to Jammu and Kashmir From January 23

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A wet spell is expected to affect Jammu and Kashmir from January 23 to 24, bringing heavy rain and snowfall to several districts, including the Chenab Valley, Pir Panjal range, and South Kashmir.

According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the weather across the region will remain partly cloudy to generally cloudy until January 21. During this period, light snowfall may occur at isolated higher reaches.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The weather is expected to intensify from the evening of January 22, with light to moderate rain and snow likely at most places across Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said higher areas could witness significant snowfall during this phase.

In view of the forecast, advisories have been issued for travellers to plan their journeys carefully, especially on hilly and mountainous routes. Farmers have also been advised to suspend farm-related activities during the wet spell.

The weather department has warned of possible gusty winds and the risk of landslides at vulnerable locations. People living in landslide-prone areas have been urged to remain cautious and follow official advisories.

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Kashmir Shivers as Temperatures Stay Far Below Normal, Meteorological Department Predicts Continued Dry Weather

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Kashmir continued to reel under intense cold conditions on Friday, with temperatures across the Valley staying well below the seasonal average. Despite the biting cold, the Meteorological Department has ruled out any major weather activity in the coming days.

According to data released by the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, the cold wave remains firm across Jammu and Kashmir.

Valley Records Freezing Night Temperatures

The summer capital Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of minus 6.0 degrees Celsius. Qazigund settled at minus 6.2 degrees, while tourist resort Pahalgam recorded a chilly minus 7.6 degrees Celsius.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Other parts of the Valley also saw harsh conditions. Kupwara recorded minus 5.8 degrees, Kokernag minus 3.2 degrees, and ski resort Gulmarg registered minus 7.2 degrees Celsius.

Officials said the maximum daytime temperatures also stayed well below normal, showing the strength of the ongoing cold wave. No rainfall or snowfall was reported anywhere in the Kashmir division during the past 24 hours.

Jammu Division Sees Mixed Temperatures

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In the Jammu division, temperatures showed mixed trends. Jammu recorded a minimum temperature of 5.6 degrees Celsius. However, colder areas saw sharper drops, with Banihal recording minus 0.9 degrees and Batote at 1.0 degree Celsius.

Bhadarwah recorded a low of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius. Like Kashmir, most parts of Jammu division also experienced dry weather.

Ladakh Remains Frozen Under Extreme Cold

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The cold was even more severe in Ladakh, where sub-zero temperatures continued to grip the region. Drass recorded a bone-chilling minus 24.6 degrees Celsius, the lowest temperature reported in the region.

Padum recorded minus 20.3 degrees, Nyoma minus 21.6 degrees, and Hanle minus 16.2 degrees Celsius.

Dry Weather to Continue, Cold Wave to Persist

The Meteorological Department has forecast mainly dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days, with no significant rainfall or snowfall expected.

However, officials warned that cold wave conditions are likely to continue, especially during night and early morning hours. People have been advised to take precautions as freezing temperatures remain a concern across the region.

For now, Kashmir and Ladakh remain locked in winter’s grip, with little relief from the cold in sight.

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Fresh Snowfall Covers Kashmir’s Higher Reaches as Severe Cold Tightens Grip

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Fresh Snowfall

Several high-altitude areas of Kashmir were covered in fresh snowfall on Sunday, while the Valley continued to face intense, bone-chilling cold.Fresh snow was reported from popular tourist and upper regions including Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Doodhpathri and Tangmarg, adding to the harsh winter conditions.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Earlier, officials at the Srinagar centre of the India Meteorological Department had said that Jammu and Kashmir would remain largely dry from January 3 to 5. They had also forecast cloudy weather on January 6, with a chance of light snowfall over isolated higher reaches of north and central Kashmir. From January 7 to 15, the weather was expected to stay partly cloudy.

However, residents said the snowfall came as a surprise and did not fully match earlier projections.

“They had mostly spoken about dry weather until January 15,” said Muhammad Amir, a local resident.

An IMD official clarified that rain and snowfall at isolated places had been mentioned in the department’s daily weather bulletin issued on Sunday morning.

“We had predicted rain and snowfall in the short-term outlook,” the official said.

Sharif Ahmad Dar, Manager at Hotel Grand Mumtaz in Gulmarg, told Greater Kashmir that snowfall began around 1 pm and continued on and off through the afternoon. By 6 pm, Gulmarg had received nearly two inches of fresh snow.

Despite the snowfall and biting cold, hoteliers said the tourist resort remained lively. Visitors were seen enjoying the fresh snow and winter views, while hotels reported steady occupancy and increased interest in snow-related activities.

Meanwhile, minimum temperatures across Kashmir dropped further on Sunday, pointing to a strengthening cold wave. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.2 degrees Celsius, down from minus 1.5 degrees Celsius a day earlier.

Other areas saw a sharper overnight fall. Qazigund recorded minus 4 degrees Celsius, compared to minus 2.6 degrees on Saturday, while Anantnag dropped to minus 4.6 degrees Celsius from minus 3 degrees Celsius.

Shopian and Gulmarg remained among the coldest places, registering minus 6 degrees Celsius and minus 6.5 degrees Celsius respectively. Pulwama recorded minus 5.1 degrees Celsius, down from minus 3.9 degrees Celsius.

The temperature at Srinagar Airport also fell to minus 4.2 degrees Celsius, compared to minus 2 degrees Celsius the previous night.

Most other districts, including Baramulla, Budgam and Kupwara, also reported lower minimum temperatures, highlighting the continued grip of severe cold across Kashmir.

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Sub-zero Nights Continue Across Kashmir and Ladakh as Winter Cold Tightens Grip

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Weatherman forecast

Cold weather continued across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Saturday, with many areas facing freezing nights. Several places in the Kashmir Valley recorded temperatures below zero, while Ladakh remained in severe cold, officials said.

In Srinagar, the minimum temperature dropped to minus 1.5°C. Nearby Srinagar Airport recorded an even lower minus 2.0°C.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The tourist resort Gulmarg was the coldest place in the Kashmir region at minus 6.5°C. Pahalgam followed with minus 5.2°C.

Other parts of the Valley also saw freezing nights. Shopian recorded minus 4.7°C, Pulwama minus 3.9°C, Anantnag minus 3.0°C, and Qazigund minus 2.6°C.

Awantipora recorded minus 2.4°C, while Budgam saw minus 2.0°C. Kupwara and Ganderbal both recorded minus 1.6°C. Kokernag was slightly warmer at minus 0.8°C.

Relatively milder conditions were reported in Baramulla at minus 0.5°C and Bandipora at minus 0.2°C. Kulgam recorded a low of 1.3°C.

In the Jammu region, temperatures stayed above freezing but the winter chill was still felt, especially in higher areas. Jammu recorded a minimum of 7.9°C, while Jammu Airport recorded 8.8°C. Hill town Bhaderwah dipped below zero at minus 1.5°C.

Other places in the region recorded minimum temperatures of 2.7°C in Banihal, 4.2°C in Batote, 5.0°C in Udhampur, 3.2°C in Rajouri, and 3.6°C in Kishtwar.

Ladakh remained extremely cold. Kargil recorded minus 11.2°C, while Leh saw minus 10.6°C. Nubra Valley recorded a low of minus 8.2°C.Weather officials said the cold spell is likely to continue, especially in higher areas, with night temperatures staying below normal in many places.

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Weather Update for Jammu and Kashmir: Dry Spell, Fog Warning, and Chance of Light Snow

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The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has released the latest weather update for Jammu and Kashmir.

According to the forecast, the weather will remain mostly dry from January 2 to January 5. On January 6, skies are expected to be partly cloudy, with a chance of light snowfall in the higher areas of North and Central Kashmir.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

The department has also issued a dense fog advisory for the plains of the Jammu division. Moderate fog is likely to continue there for the next three days.

From January 7 to January 15, the weather is expected to stay partly cloudy across the region.

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Cold Wave Grips Kashmir Valley as Fog, Snowfall Enhance Winter Charm for Tourists

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The Kashmir Valley continues to experience a chilling winter as a cold wave grips the region. On Saturday morning, Srinagar was covered in a thin layer of fog, with residents taking precautions to brave the cold.

The scenic Dal Lake witnessed low visibility due to a blanket of fog, although boat rides and sightseeing continued, creating a picturesque winter wonderland.A tourist, Sandeep, expressed his enthusiasm over the winter in the Kashmir valley, creating a perfect vacation landscape.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

“The cold feels very fresh, especially on the skin. We are enjoying the cold while it lasts. We also visited Gulmarg yesterday and witnessed snowfall, which our family thoroughly enjoyed,” he said, adding, “We are wearing thick woollen clothes to brave the cold.”

A first-time visitor to Kashmir, Mamta from Chandigrah complimented the people of Kashmir, saying, “The people here are very down to earth. There’s a myth and fear among people about Kashmir now, but it’s not like that. The people are very helpful. Even today, when we visited the Dal Lake, a man came and offered us tea and coffee.”

On her morning walk around the Dal Lake, she further acknowledged the valley’s scenic beauty despite the biting cold.

“Everyone must visit Kashmir, it’s very beautiful. Away from the hustle of the city, it’s relieving….we also visited Gulmarg, and although it was crowded, it was an amazing experience.”

She also highlighted the development of the valley since the Pahalgam attack, urging people to visit Kashmir.

Earlier on December 21, Sonamarg in the Kashmir Valley saw the first snowfall of the season, blanketing the region in a thick blanket of snow.
In Sonamarg, Ganderbal district, residents and tourists enjoyed a winter wonderland as snow settled on vehicles, buildings, and roads.

As the snow continued to fall, many enjoyed activities such as snowball fights and morning walks, soaking up the scenic beauty.

Tourists expressed delight at the snowfall. A visitor from Assam said, “We enjoyed it after leaving the hotel in the morning. Due to the cold, we must wear two layers of clothing and caps. Snowfall needs to happen. We thought about that before coming here, and everyone would enjoy the visit more if snow came.”

Another tourist from Punjab, Gagan, said he is a frequent visitor and that it seems snow might fall this year. Furthermore, he encouraged tourists to visit the area, noting that the people there are lovely.

“I have come here many times, but there was no snow or rain last year. This year, it seems like snowfall might happen in December, which would be great. Thanks to light rain, Srinagar feels much more enjoyable this time around… The number of tourists has reduced since last year because of the attacks, but everything is safe here,” he said.

Authorities have advised residents and visitors to take precautions against the cold and monitor weather updates, especially in areas prone to sudden snowfall and fog. (ANI)

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Sub-Zero Cold Grips Kashmir as Sonamarg Becomes Coldest at Minus 7.3°C

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Cold Wave and Dry Spell

Several parts of Kashmir experienced sub-zero minimum temperatures on Thursday, with Sonamarg emerging as the coldest place in the Valley at minus 7.3 degrees Celsius, according to data.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

Gulmarg recorded a minimum of minus 5.4 degrees Celsius, while Pahalgam registered minus 4.4 degrees Celsius.

Shopian and Pulwama recorded minimum temperatures of minus 4.0 degrees Celsius and minus 3.8 degrees Celsius, respectively.

Srinagar Airport recorded a low of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius, while the city recorded a minimum temperature of minus 2.2 degrees Celsius.

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No Snowfall in Kashmir Plains; Light Rain or Snow Possible in North Kashmir

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Srinagar welcomes first snowfall

Weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir remained largely in line with forecasts, with no snowfall reported in the plains owing to relatively higher temperatures, officials said on Monday.

They said the impact of a fresh Western Disturbance could lead to light rain or snowfall in some areas between Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning, particularly in parts of north Kashmir.

Officials said that if precipitation occurs over the plains during night hours, it may briefly fall as snow as temperatures are likely to dip during that period.

The major weather system has already moved out of the region, and current weather models do not indicate any widespread or significant precipitation across most parts of the Union Territory.

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Mughal Road Temporarily Closed After Fresh Snowfall at Peer Ki Gali

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Mughal Road

Following fresh snowfall on Sunday, Mughal road has been temporarily closed for precautionary measures via Peer Ki Gali.

DTI Poonch Manzoor Ahmad Kohli told GNS that Mughal road, connecting Shopian with Rajouri-Poonch districts was closed following snowfall at Pir Ki Gali for precautionary measures.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

He said that Traffic movement has been stopped on Mughal Road due to fresh snowfall. People are advised to avoid travelling on Mughal Road until the road becomes passable,” he added.

Meanwhile, light snowfall has also started at Gulmarg and Sonamarg. (GNS)

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