#KashmirWeather Archives

La Niña’s Chill Heads for Kashmir: Valley Gears Up for a Colder, Wetter Winter

October 8, 2025 Editor

La Niña Arrives: Kashmir Braces for an Intense Winter By: Javid Amin | 07 October 2025 The chill has come early to the Himalayas — and more is on the way. Meteorologists have confirmed the return of La Niña, a global climate pattern expected to shape India’s weather between October and December 2025. In the Kashmir Valley, the impact could be especially pronounced. Experts predict colder temperatures, heavier snowfall, and longer frost spells than in typical years — putting pressure on power grids, travel infrastructure, farmers, and tourism operators alike.…

Western Disturbance to Hit J&K and Ladakh from Oct 5: IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Snow, Travel Disruptions

October 3, 2025 Editor

Western Disturbance to Bring Heavy Rain, Snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Oct 5–7, 2025) By: Javid Amin | 02 October 2025 When Weather Shapes Mountains and Lives The Himalayas are not just mountains—they are living, breathing entities that dictate the rhythm of daily life in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Every shift in the winds, every snowfall, and every drop of rain carries stories of resilience, culture, and adaptation. As October settles in, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory predicting a strong Western Disturbance…

Ravaged Jammu Stares at a Relentless Monsoon Onslaught

September 1, 2025 Editor

Jammu in the Eye of the Storm By: Javid Amin | 31 Aug 2025 The Jammu division, often described as the cultural and economic gateway of Jammu & Kashmir, is facing one of its darkest monsoon seasons in decades. Already reeling from a series of floods, cloudbursts, and deadly landslides since mid-August, the region has been placed under another red alert. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across multiple districts on September 2, extending the crisis well into early September. This isn’t just…

Kashmir Lashed by Gusty Winds and Heavy Rain — MeT Issues Fresh Warnings

September 1, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Weather Update: Gusty Winds, Heavy Rain, and MeT Warnings | IMD Forecast By: Javid Amin | 31 Aug 2025 Kashmir witnessed a dramatic turn in weather on Sunday evening, as a powerful system brought moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong gusty winds across several districts. The stormy conditions, which disrupted normal life, come amid a broader monsoon surge across North India. Affected Areas: Srinagar, Budgam, South Kashmir Srinagar city saw streets waterlogged as heavy rain combined with strong winds, uprooting trees and damaging electric lines in some neighborhoods.…

After the Rain: Kashmir Braces for Hot, Humid Spell Amid Climate Whiplash

July 11, 2025 Editor

MeT predicts brief relief before hot, sticky weather returns; experts urge preparedness for flash floods and landslides in vulnerable areas. By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 11 July 2025 After a three-day spell of much-needed rainfall cooled Jammu & Kashmir following an unprecedented heatwave, the region is now bracing for a return to hot and humid conditions starting Friday, according to the Meteorological Department (MeT). The recent downpours, which began Monday evening, brought temperatures back to below-normal levels across the Kashmir Valley and parts of the Jammu division. However, meteorologists…

Kashmir Breathes Again: Rain Ends Scorching Heatwave

July 10, 2025 Editor

A Climatic Shift Wrapped in Relief, Reflection, and Urgent Recalibration By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 10 July 2025 From Blistering to Breezy: The Turnaround in Temperatures After weeks of extreme heat that left locals reeling and landscapes thirsting, Kashmir is finally exhaling. The Valley recently endured one of its harshest and longest heatwaves, with cities like Srinagar, Pahalgam, and Anantnag recording unusually high temperatures. But as the weather cools, so does the collective anxiety—offering not just physical comfort, but a moment for reflection on the region’s climate trajectory. Heatwave…

Srinagar Records Hottest June Day in 20 Years: Climate Alarm Bells Ring Across Kashmir

June 25, 2025 Editor

20-Year Heat Record Broken in Srinagar Srinagar | 25 June 2025 Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a staggering 35.5°C on June 24, the hottest June day in nearly two decades, matching a previous high set in 2005. This is not just a weather statistic—it’s a signal. One that reflects the growing impact of climate volatility in the fragile Himalayan region. From the snow-fed meadows of Pahalgam to the densely populated lanes of Kupwara and Qazigund, the Valley baked under an oppressive sun. Pahalgam, typically known for…

Jammu & Kashmir Reels Under Brutal Heatwave: Monsoon Relief Likely by June 20

June 14, 2025 Editor

Record Temperatures Scorch the Valley and Plains By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 14 June 2025 Jammu & Kashmir is currently battling one of its harshest pre-monsoon heatwaves in recent memory. The region is experiencing temperature spikes of 5°C to 7°C above normal in the Kashmir division, while parts of Jammu are reporting deviations of 4°C to 6°C — alarming figures that have prompted a yellow alert from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). On June 13, Srinagar recorded 32.4°C, unusually high for this time of year in the Kashmir Valley.…

Climate Chaos in Kashmir: Unseasonal May Snowfall at Razdan Pass Shuts Bandipora-Gurez Road

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 Editor

Snow in May? A Wake-Up Call for Kashmir Srinagar 30 May 2025: May in Kashmir usually welcomes blooming meadows, gentle rains, and the onset of fruiting seasons in the higher valleys. But this year, in an eerie twist of events, Razdan Pass received fresh snowfall in the middle of May 2025, leading to the sudden suspension of all vehicular traffic on the Bandipora-Gurez road. What once would have been considered unthinkable — snowfall in late spring — is now a climate reality. Authorities and environmentalists alike are viewing this event…

Sudden Fury: Unseasonal Hailstorm Wipes Out Crops in Kashmir’s Gurez Valley

May 20, 2025 Editor

White Wrath in Gurez: Heavy Hailstorm Devastates Crops Bandipora 19 May 2025: A severe hailstorm struck Gurez and surrounding villages, leaving a trail of destruction across agricultural lands. Locals in Onagam and nearby areas reported that the hailstorm lasted several minutes, causing significant damage to crops. Impact on Agriculture & Livelihoods Maize, peas, and potatoes—staple crops of the region—have suffered extensive damage. Farmers fear financial losses, as the hailstorm has destroyed harvest-ready produce. Black cumin, a prized crop in Gurez, has also been affected, raising concerns about economic setbacks. Climate…