Srinagar, Jan 7: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast largely dry and stable weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir until January 22, with no significant weather disturbances expected during this extended period.
According to the weather department, partly cloudy skies will prevail from January 7 to 15 throughout the Union Territory. However, the region may experience a brief change on January 16 and 17, when generally cloudy conditions are expected with light rain or snowfall at isolated places in the Kashmir division.
The weather pattern is forecast to shift to partly to generally cloudy conditions on January 18 and 19. January 20 may witness generally cloudy skies accompanied by light snowfall at isolated higher reaches of Kashmir. Subsequently, January 21 and 22 are likely to see partly cloudy weather conditions across the region.
The Met Centre has emphasized that no major weather activity is anticipated till January 22, indicating a prolonged dry spell for the Union Territory.
The meteorological department has issued an important advisory warning of a significant drop in minimum temperatures until January 10. After this cold phase, temperatures are expected to rise gradually by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius.
The forecast has also cautioned about moderate fog conditions likely to persist over the plains of Jammu division, with dense fog expected at isolated locations. These foggy conditions are anticipated to continue for the next five days, potentially causing visibility issues.
Authorities have advised commuters and travelers to exercise extreme caution during early morning and late evening hours when visibility is expected to be significantly reduced due to fog. People have been urged to plan their travel accordingly and take necessary precautions while on the road during these vulnerable hours.
