Jammu and Kashmir is expected to experience isolated light rain and thunderstorms over the next 24 hours, accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 40 to 50 knots.
Weather Observations from the Past Week
Between March 28, 2025, and April 3, 2025, both Jammu and Kashmir divisions recorded significantly below-normal rainfall levels.
- Jammu Division: 94.06% below normal rainfall.
- Kashmir Division: 82.63% below normal rainfall.
Temperature Highlights
- Kashmir Division:
- Highest Maximum Temperature: 23.9°C
- Lowest Minimum Temperature: -4.7°C
- Weekly Average Maximum Temperature: 21.3°C (+2.9°C anomaly)
- Weekly Average Minimum Temperature: 5.1°C (-1.4°C anomaly)
- Jammu Division:
- Highest Maximum Temperature: 33.4°C
- Lowest Minimum Temperature: 3.3°C
- Weekly Average Maximum Temperature: 30.37°C (+0.87°C anomaly)
- Weekly Average Minimum Temperature: 13.55°C (-3.45°C anomaly)
Rainfall Data for Kashmir Division
| District | Weekly Rainfall (mm) | Seasonal Rainfall (mm) | Deviation (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anantnag | 4.4 | 88.3 | -41 |
| Badgam | 0.5 | 59 | -50 |
| Bandipore | 2.1 | 113.6 | -19 |
| Baramula | 3.0 | 105.9 | -36 |
| Ganderbal | 4.9 | 97.7 | -24 |
| Kulgam | 5.4 | 119 | -40 |
| Kupwara | 21.5 | 177.4 | -13 |
| Pulwama | 0.0 | 87.5 | +4 |
| Shopian | 1.5 | 83.3 | -32 |
| Srinagar | 0.0 | 87.8 | -28 |
| Average | 4.33 | 101.95 | -28.87 |
Rainfall Data for Jammu Division
| District | Weekly Rainfall (mm) | Seasonal Rainfall (mm) | Deviation (%) |
| Doda | 1.9 | 92 | -52 |
| Jammu | 0.0 | 29 | -70 |
| Kathua | 0.0 | 9.3 | -93 |
| Kishtwar | 1.0 | 123 | -36 |
| Poonch | 0.5 | 70 | -59 |
| Rajouri | 0.0 | 48.1 | -63 |
| Ramban | 6.5 | 148.5 | -41 |
| Reasi | 0.0 | 29.8 | -81 |
| Samba | 0.0 | 11.5 | -78 |
| Udhampur | 1.6 | 52.4 | -66 |
| Average | 1.15 | 61.36 | -60.10 |
Weather Forecast for the Coming Weeks
Week 1 (April 4 – April 10, 2025)
- Kashmir: Expect very light rain with positive temperature anomalies.
- Jammu: Dry conditions with slightly below-normal temperatures.
Week 2 (April 11 – April 17, 2025)
- Kashmir: Light rain expected, temperatures above normal.
- Jammu: Dry conditions with negative temperature anomalies.
Detailed Weather Predictions
- Thursday Afternoon: Thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected in some areas.
- April 4 – April 7: Generally dry weather across Jammu and Kashmir.
- April 8: Cloudy skies may develop in the afternoon, bringing light snow to higher reaches in North Kashmir and Sonamarg.
- April 9 – April 10: Many areas in Kashmir and some parts of Jammu are likely to experience light rain or snow.
- April 11: Cloudy morning skies in Kashmir with isolated light rain or snow, followed by gradual clearing.
Temperature Trends
- Daytime Temperatures:
- 4-5°C above normal in most parts of Kashmir.
- 2-3°C above normal in Jammu.
- Nighttime Temperatures:
- 0-1°C below normal in Kashmir.
- 0-2°C below normal in Jammu.
- Coldest Locations:
- Gulmarg recorded a minimum of 1.0°C.
- Banihal recorded a minimum of 6.1°C.
Jammu and Kashmir is set to experience mixed weather conditions in the coming days, with dry spells, cloudy periods, and intermittent rainfall. Residents should prepare for thunderstorms and gusty winds, particularly on Thursday, while those in higher elevations should stay cautious of possible snowfall. Stay updated with the latest forecasts from the Meteorological Department for accurate weather predictions.
