J-Okay Weather: Temperature Surges In Lots Of Regions, Sparse Rainfall Poses a chance of Water shortage In Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir: kashmir is experiencing a sharp decline in rainfall, leading to early glacier melting and a potential water shortage.
From january to february 6, many districts within the location have acquired substantially much less rain. Professionals warn that with no significant weather changes predicted until february 16, the situation should worsen. Rising temperatures are causing concern as they accelerate glacier melting, which may have long-term environmental consequences.
Declining Rainfall and Growing Temperatures
North india has witnessed decreased rainfall, leading to fewer cold days and an early onset of heat climate. Between january 1 and february 6, rainfall in kashmir dropped by 88 percent, with dry conditions persisting. In december 2024, the region also noticed fifty-eight percent less rainfall. If this trend continues, the summer months could face a severe water disaster.
Weather Forecast until february 16
In step with Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, director of the Meteorological branch, no essential weather shifts are predicted in kashmir until february 16. However, between february 9 and 12, a western disturbance may carry a mild snowstorm to a few higher-altitude regions, while most regions will continue to be dry.
Professional Warnings on Glacier Melting
While speaking with Jagran.com, environmental expert Prof. Shakeel Romsho highlighted that the present-day weather patterns are not simply dry but also extraordinarily warm. In previous years, sub-zero temperatures at night helped keep glaciers, but since late january, daytime temperatures have risen to 15-16 degrees Celsius, which is unusually high for this season. This surprising warm temperature is causing glaciers to melt faster than ordinary, which may also significantly impact water availability in the coming months.
If the temperature continues to remain above normal, the accelerated glacier melting will lead to water shortage, affecting agriculture and day-to-day life. Essential water for our bodies, inclusive of the Jhelum River, is already seeing decreased water levels due to inadequate rainfall.
Climate conditions in srinagar and Jammu
On Saturday, dry weather prevailed throughout Kashmir. srinagar and surrounding regions skilled sunny skies, offering a few alleviation from the bloodless throughout the day; however, nighttime temperatures remained extremely low.
Gulmarg recorded the bottom temperature in the valley at -6.2 degrees C, followed by pahalgam at -6.0 degrees C, srinagar at -2.9 degrees C, Qazigund at -2.5 degrees C, Kupwara at -3.7 degrees C, and Kokernag at -0.5 degrees C. Meanwhile, Jammu remained cloudy throughout the day.
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