Srinagar information unprecedented optimistic temperature in January, breaks winter norms

In an uncommon flip of occasions, Srinagar skilled a optimistic temperature for the primary time in January, marking a departure from the everyday winter circumstances within the area.

The absence of snowfall has plunged the Kashmir valley into a major dry spell, as daytime temperatures steadily climb.

The Meteorological division anticipates dry climate prevailing within the valley till January 20, with minimal possibilities of precipitation in increased altitudes.

In the present day’s minimal temperatures throughout the Kashmir area diversified, with Srinagar recording 0.2°C, Qazigund at -2.0°C, Pahalgam at -0.6°C, Kupwara at -0.3°C, Kokernag at -1.2°C, Gulmarg at -1.0°C, Sonamarg at 0.2°C, Anantnag at -2.6°C, Ganderbal at 0.1°C, Pulwama at -3.1°C, Bandipora at -0.5°C, Baramulla at 0.1°C, Budgam at -0.9°C, Kulgam at -0.4°C, and Shopian at -3.8°C.

The area faces an sudden climate sample, with hotter temperatures and a chronic dry spell throughout the winter season.