Gulmarg, Pahalgam Witness Snow; More Rain and Snowfall Expected in Coming Days
Srinagar, January 29 : The higher reaches of Kashmir, including popular tourist destinations Gulmarg and Pahalgam, received fresh snowfall, while several plains experienced light rainfall.
The ski resort of Gulmarg in North Kashmir recorded 2.5 cm of snowfall and 3.8 mm of rain, while Pahalgam in South Kashmir witnessed 2.7 cm of snow and 1.8 mm of rain overnight.
According to the Meteorological Department, snowfall was also reported in Sonamarg (Ganderbal district) and the upper reaches of Kupwara, turning the region into a winter wonderland for tourists. Meanwhile, the 40-day harshest winter period, ‘Chillai Kalan,’ is set to conclude tonight, marking the end of Kashmir’s most frigid season.
Weather Forecast: More Snowfall and Rain Likely
📌 Thursday (February 1):
- Cloudy skies with chances of light to moderate rain and snowfall.
- Thunderstorms expected in isolated areas.
📌 Friday (February 2):
- Partly cloudy weather with light snowfall and rain in some areas.
- Most regions to remain dry.
📌 Saturday (February 3):
- Another major spell of rain and snow likely.
- Widespread precipitation expected across Jammu & Kashmir.
📌 Sunday (February 4):
- The weather is expected to remain unsettled, with more snowfall and rainfall across the region.
A Dry ‘Chillai Kalan’ with Minimal Snowfall
- The 40-day intense winter phase, known for its extreme cold and heavy snowfall, remained relatively dry this year.
- Barring two brief spells of snow, the region largely experienced dry and stable weather conditions.
- This has raised concerns among locals and farmers, as snowfall is crucial for water reserves and agriculture in the valley.
With fresh snowfall in Kashmir’s higher reaches and more rain and snow expected in the coming days, tourists and winter sports enthusiasts can look forward to extended snow activities in Gulmarg and Sonamarg.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
