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

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

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.…

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Scorching Jammu Heatwave: Samba Hits 43.9°C, Srinagar Swelters at 31.9°C

Scorching Jammu Heatwave: Samba Hits 43.9°C, Srinagar Swelters at 31.9°C

Scorching Heatwave Grips Jammu Region – Samba Hits 43.9°C, Srinagar Swelters at 31.9°C Srinagar 09 June 2025: The Jammu region is currently enduring an extreme heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40°C for the third consecutive day. The most severe temperatures were recorded in Samba, which registered a scorching 43.9°C — making it the hottest spot in the entire region. Close behind, Jammu city sweltered at 42.7°C, placing immense pressure on infrastructure, health systems, and daily life. Unusual Heat Across Jammu & Kashmir While Jammu division is typically warmer, the sheer…

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