The Biz Reporter
Srinagar, Dec 17 – The Kashmir region is experiencing severe winter conditions, with minimum temperatures dropping dramatically across multiple districts, according to the latest data compiled by Kashmir Weather.
Coldest Zones
In the Kashmir Valley, Anantnag and Shopian recorded the lowest temperatures at a bone-chilling -8.9°C, making them the coldest locations in the region. Sonamarg followed closely with a minimum temperature of -7.7°C, highlighting the intense cold wave sweeping through the area.
Regional Temperature Breakdown
Kashmir Valley
- Coldest Locations: Anantnag and Shopian (-8.9°C)
- Moderate Areas: Srinagar (-5.3°C)
- Notable Mentions: Pahalgam (-6.8°C), Budgam (-6.7°C)
Jammu Region
The Jammu region showed a stark contrast, with temperatures significantly milder:
- Warmest Location: Katra (6.7°C)
- Coldest Location: Padder (-8.3°C)
- Urban Centers: Jammu (4.9°C), Kathua (5.0°C)
Ladakh
Ladakh continues to experience extreme cold:
- Leh: -8.8°C
- Kargil: A frigid -12.5°C
Weather Advisory
Residents are advised to take necessary precautions, including:
- Wearing multiple layers of warm clothing
- Keeping vulnerable individuals, especially children and elderly, indoors
- Protecting water pipes from freezing
- Ensuring adequate heating in homes and workplaces
The Kashmir Weather department will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as the cold wave persists.
Compiled By: Kashmir Weather
