Temperature May Drop By 6–8°C , Travel Advisories Issued
Srinagar | Nov, 10:Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness widespread rain and snowfall starting November 12, with heavy snowfall expected in the higher reaches of north Kashmir. The impending weather system has prompted authorities in the Bandipora and Anantnag districts to issue comprehensive weather and travel advisories.
While generally dry weather with brief spells of isolated light rain or snow is expected on November 11, a fresh Western Disturbance will affect the region from November 12, bringing light to moderate rain and snowfall across many places. Higher reaches of the Kupwara and Bandipora districts are expected to receive moderate to heavy snowfall from the forenoon of November 12 through late night on November 13, officials said. Popular tourist destinations like Gulmarg and Sonamarg are also expected to witness the season’s first snowfall, while middle reaches such as parts of Shopian district may experience snowfall as well.
The weather system is anticipated to trigger thunderstorms and gusty winds, bringing day temperatures down by 6 to 8 degrees Celsius on November 12 and 13. Reports said Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 19.5 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 4.9 degrees on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Jammu recorded a maximum of 28.6 degrees Celsius, Gulmarg recorded 12 degrees, Pahalgam registered 18 degrees, Kupwara recorded 21.6 degrees, and Qazigund recorded 21.8 degrees.
In light of the forecast, the Bandipora administration issued a weather advisory regarding potential road blockages, particularly in far-flung areas like Gurez. Candidates appearing for the Finance Department’s Accounts Assistant examination on November 15 have been advised to travel well in advance. Furthermore, tourists in Gurez have been instructed to depart immediately, and the sector has been temporarily declared out of bounds for fresh visitors. Expectant mothers in upper reaches with delivery dates falling within the next month have been urged to shift to nearby hospitals.
Simultaneously, the Bandipora Police issued a travel advisory urging visitors to leave Gurez by November 10. The advisory covers candidates, patients requiring regular medical care, and individuals with scheduled engagements outside the subdivision. In Anantnag, the Deputy Commissioner’s office advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel toward high-altitude passes. State departments—including R&B, Mechanical Engineering, Health, and JKPDCL—have activated control rooms, while farmers have been advised to store harvested crops safely ahead of the wet spell, sources said. Dry conditions are expected to return between November 15 and 19.
