Cold Wave Grips Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh Regions: Shopian Recorded coldest at -7.3°C, followed by Larnoo at -6.4°C

The Kashmir Valley continues to reel under intense cold, with several areas recording sub-zero temperatures.

• Shopian was the coldest in the region at -7.3°C, followed by Larnoo at -6.4°C.
• Anantnag and Pulwama also experienced biting cold at -6.1°C and -6.0°C, respectively.
• Famous tourist destinations like Sonamarg and Gulmarg reported -5.1°C and -4.8°C.
• Srinagar, the summer capital, recorded a low of -3.6°C, while Pahalgam, a prime tourist spot, shivered at -5.0°C.
• The harshest conditions were reported in Zojila, with a bone-chilling -25.0°C.

Srinagar = -3.6°C

Qazigund = -4.8°C

Pahalgam = -5.0°C

Kupwara = -4.3°C

Kokernag = -4.0°C

Gulmarg = -4.8°C

Sonamarg = -5.1°C

Zojila = -25.0°C

Bandipora = -4.4°C

Baramulla = -3.4°C

Budgam = -4.8°C

Ganderbal = -4.2°C

Pulwama = -6.0°C

Anantnag = -6.1°C

Khudwani = -5.0°C

Kulgam = -4.9°C

Shopian = -7.3°C

Larnoo = -6.4°C

Jammu Region:

Jammu = 6.7°C

Banihal = -1.7°C

Batote = 2.5°C

Katra = 7.0°C

Bhaderwah = -0.4°C

Kishtwar = 2.7°C

Padder = -6.8°C

Ramban = 5.1°C

Poonch = 3.6°C

Rajouri = 2.9°C

Samba = 4.7°C

Kathua = 7.4°C

Reasi = 3.7°C

Udhampur = 2.8°C

Ladakh:

Leh = -9.2°C

Kargil = -9.5°C

Drass = NA

Conclusion

The ongoing cold wave has made daily life challenging in the region, with temperatures continuing to plunge. People are advised to stay warm and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities during the early morning and late evening hours.

Compiled By: Kashmir Weather