Triple attack of weather in Jammu and Kashmir, chill returned to the mountains due to rain, snowfall and strong winds.

News India Live, Digital Desk: The weather has once again taken a turn in Jammu and Kashmir. On Saturday (April 25, 2026), a sharp drop in temperature was recorded due to intermittent rains in most parts of the valley and fresh snowfall in the higher mountains. According to ‘Zee News’ report, an active Western Disturbance Due to the impact of this, the weather pattern has deteriorated in the entire Union Territory, due to which people have been forced to take out warm clothes even at the end of April.

Snowfall on the mountains, rain in the plains

According to Meteorological Center Srinagar, this weather pattern is likely to continue for the next 24 to 48 hours:

Fresh snowfall: Light to moderate snowfall has occurred in Gulmarg, Sonamarg, upper reaches of Pahalgam and Zojila Pass. Due to fresh snowfall the temperature in the mountains has reached near zero.

Rain in the plains: There has been rain and thunder in the plains of Kashmir including Srinagar and some parts of Jammu division.

Strong winds: in the valley 30 to 40 km/h The cold winds blowing at the speed of 100 km/h have increased the noise.

Jammu division: Unique confluence of heat and rain

Surprisingly, while the hilly districts of Kashmir and Jammu (Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban) are in the grip of cold, the temperature in Jammu city and surrounding plains districts (Samba, Kathua) is still above normal.

temperature: Maximum temperature in Jammu city 38 to 40 degrees Celsius However, some relief is expected due to cold winds blowing in the evening.

Heatwave warning: The Meteorological Department has still issued a heatwave alert for the plains of Jammu division.

Advisory for travelers and farmers

In view of the worsening situation, the Meteorological Department and the administration have issued special guidelines:

For passengers: People traveling on Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and Mughal Road should contact the control room before leaving, as the risk of landslides has increased due to rain and snowfall.

For farmers: It has been advised to avoid gardening and agricultural work (especially pesticide spraying) for now, as strong winds and rain can destroy the effect of the medicines.