Srinagar, October 7 (Udaipur Kiran): Several higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Tuesday, leading to a sharp dip in temperature across the region. The famous ski resort Gulmarg recorded the season’s first sub-zero temperature, marking an early onset of winter in the Valley.
According to officials, Sadhna Top received 18–20 inches of snow, Peer Ki Gali saw 12–15 inches, Sinthan Top recorded 14–18 inches, and Zojila Pass witnessed 6–7 inches. Tourist destinations like Sonamarg (2–3 inches) and Pahalgam (1–2 inches) also experienced light snowfall.
At Zojila Pass, the temperature plunged to minus 8.0°C, making it the coldest night of the season so far. In Gulmarg, the mercury dropped to minus 0.4°C, the first sub-zero reading in October this year. Pahalgam recorded a minimum of 0.6°C.
In parts of Kokernag, including Larnu and Daksun, the fresh snowfall caused damage to apple orchards and electric supply lines. Locals reported that several trees were uprooted under the weight of snow, leading to partial disruption of power supply and road connectivity.
Independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng predicted mostly dry weather across the Union Territory today, with occasional rainfall likely in parts of Kishtwar, Doda, Anantnag, Ramban, Udhampur, and Kathua till afternoon. He added that dry conditions are expected to prevail till October 20 across Jammu and Kashmir.
Meanwhile, heavy rain in the plains of Kashmir and Jammu caused waterlogging in several areas, including near Delhi Darbar Restaurant and KP Road in Anantnag, disrupting early morning traffic. Municipal teams were deployed to drain the accumulated water and restore normal movement.
Authorities have advised travellers to check road conditions before heading toward high-altitude passes, as snow accumulation has made several stretches slippery and risky.
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