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JK prepares for weather whiplash: Rain, Snow forecasted as western disturbances loom

By News Desk

March 28, 2024

Jammu Kashmir gears up for challenging weather as two consecutive Western Disturbances approach, bringing expected light to moderate rain and snowfall from tonight until March 31.

Beginning March 27 evening through March 28 morning, specific areas including Kashmir valley, Ramban, Kishtwar, and Doda districts are forecasted to experience light precipitation.

Cloudy skies are expected on March 28, with potential light precipitation, especially in the evening.

March 29 will see light to moderate rain/snowfall across Kashmir Valley and parts of Jammu, with March 30 and 31 likely to bring intermittent showers, including heavy precipitation. Notable snowfall is expected over various mountains, including Sadhna top, Razdan top, Sinthan pass, and Zojilla pass.

Travelers should be cautious of potential landslides along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, while agricultural activities like orchard spraying are discouraged. Hailstorms, gusty winds, and thunderstorms are also possible until March 31.