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Light Snowfall Expected in J&K as Weak Western Disturbance Approaches

Srinagar, Jan 14: The weather in Jammu and Kashmir is set to experience a slight change in the coming days as a weak Western Disturbance (WD) is forecast to affect the region. According to the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar, this weather system is expected to bring light snowfall to higher reaches, particularly around Sonamarg, between January 15th and 16th.

Dry Spell to Prevail Before Next Wet Spell

Following this brief spell of snowfall, the weather is expected to remain predominantly dry across the region until January 20th. However, another wet spell is anticipated to occur between January 20th and 21st, though the exact intensity and impact are yet to be determined.

Cold Wave Continues to Grip Kashmir

Meanwhile, Kashmir continues to experience a cold wave. Despite a slight improvement in night temperatures, they remain below freezing point across the valley. Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of -4.2°C, while Pahalgam, a popular tourist destination, recorded a chilling -7.8°C.

Temperature Variations Across Kashmir

• Srinagar: -4.2°C (2.2°C below average)
• Pahalgam: -7.8°C (1.9°C below average)
• Gulmarg: -6.2°C (1.6°C above average)
• Kupwara: -4.7°C (2.2°C below average)
• Kokernag: -3.4°C (slightly below average)
• Qazigund: -5.6°C (2.6°C below average)

What to Expect in the Coming Days:

• Light Snowfall: Expect light snowfall in higher reaches, especially around Sonamarg, between January 15th and 16th.
• Dry Weather: Predominantly dry weather conditions are expected to prevail until January 20th.
• Another Wet Spell: A possibility of another wet spell exists between January 20th and 21st.
• Cold Wave Continues: Cold wave conditions are likely to persist in the coming days.

Stay Updated:

For the most up-to-date weather information and forecasts, refer to the official website of the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar.

Table 1: Minimum Temperatures Recorded in Kashmir Valley

Note: This information is based on the provided news article. Weather conditions can be dynamic and subject to change.