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J&K Weather Alert: Rain, Hail Expected This Week
10 May
Summary
- Scattered rain and thunderstorms to begin late on May 10.
- Hailstorms and strong winds of 40-50 kmph forecast for May 11-12.
- Daytime temperatures to drop by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius.
Jammu and Kashmir is under a special weather alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), forecasting significant weather shifts from the evening of May 11 through May 12. Residents can expect scattered rain and thunderstorms starting late on May 10, with intense spells of rain, thunder, and strong winds anticipated by night across both Jammu and Kashmir divisions.
The IMD warns of deteriorating conditions on May 11 and 12, with potential for light to moderate rainfall, hailstorms, loud thunder, and strong gusts up to 50 kmph, which could disrupt daily life. Authorities have cautioned against boating and shikara rides on lakes and rivers during afternoons and evenings.
Intermittent weather activity, including occasional rainfall, is predicted from May 13 to May 17. Fresh spells of light rain and thunderstorms are also possible on May 18. The active western disturbances are expected to lower daytime temperatures by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius across the Union Territory.
