𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐢𝐫, 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐮 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐰𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬

Srinagar, May 29: A brief spell of rain on Thursday brought welcome relief to Kashmir from the intense heatwave, as temperatures fell below normal across the Valley. Meanwhile, Jammu division continues to face extreme heat and humidity, with no immediate signs of relief, the Meteorological Department (MeT) said.

According to MeT Director Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, light to moderate rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours across many areas, including North, Central, and South Kashmir, as well as parts of Jammu division like Poonch, Rajouri, Banihal, Ramban, Reasi, Udhampur, Jammu, Doda, and Kishtwar.

“On May 30 and 31, most areas will likely receive light to moderate rain or thundershowers. A few locations may even see heavy rainfall along with strong winds,” Dr. Ahmad said.

From June 1 to 3, weather is forecast to remain mostly stable, with occasional light rain or thundershowers in isolated areas. A dry spell is anticipated from June 4 to 6, though brief late afternoon showers may occur in some spots.

The MeT Centre in Srinagar issued a public advisory warning of possible landslides, mudslides, and flash floods in vulnerable areas during May 30–31 due to intense rainfall. Residents, especially in low-lying or unstable regions, are advised to remain cautious and avoid outdoor movement near loose structures, electric poles, and trees during adverse weather.

Temperature data showed some fluctuations across the Valley. Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 28.2°C and a minimum of 15.5°C. Qazigund reached a high of 28.5°C and a low of 12.4°C. Pahalgam was relatively cooler with 24.4°C as the high and 8.1°C as the low.

Kupwara registered a high of 27.0°C and a low of 12.4°C, while Kokernag noted a maximum of 27.6°C and minimum of 12.0°C. Gulmarg, known for its cooler climate, saw a high of 18.2°C and a low of 7.4°C, along with 3.8 mm of rain. Humidity ranged from 80% in the morning to 89% in the evening.

In contrast, Jammu region endured soaring temperatures. Jammu city recorded a high of 40.0°C and a low of 25.6°C, with humidity levels between 41% and 29%. Other areas such as Banihal, Batote, Katra, and Bhaderwah also experienced above-normal temperatures with minimal rainfall. Notably, Bhaderwah recorded a high of 28.2°C and a low of 14.4°C, along with 0.6 mm of rain.

Despite the cooling rains in Kashmir, Jammu remains gripped by heat, awaiting relief in the coming days.