Relief from Scorching Heat: Rainfall Cools Kashmir Valley After Record Temperatures

Light-to-moderate rainfall on Monday brought relief to Kashmir Valley, ending a heatwave that saw temperatures soar to 25-year highs. South Kashmir districts experienced moderate to heavy rain, while the rest of the valley had lighter showers. Srinagar recorded its hottest July day since 1999, reaching 36.2°C.

Light-to-moderate rainfall across Kashmir on Monday brought a much-needed respite from the heatwave that saw temperatures reaching a 25-year high. On Sunday, the mercury in Srinagar city surged to 36.2 degrees Celsius, marking the hottest July day since 1999.

Moderate to heavy rain was reported in the south Kashmir districts of Anantnag, Pulwama, Kulgam, and Shopian, while the rest of the valley, including Srinagar city, experienced light-to-moderate showers. The Met department had forecast the rainfall, predicting a subsequent drop in maximum temperatures for the day.

Furthermore, Qazigund and Kokernag towns recorded their hottest ever July days, with Qazigund reaching 35.6 degrees Celsius and Kokernag reaching 34.1 degrees Celsius. In response to the extreme heat, the education department announced school holidays for students up to the primary level on Monday and Tuesday.

(With inputs from agencies.)