Srinagar, Dec 19: Meteorologist Malik Mubeen Ahmed on friday said that Kashmir is likely to witness a change in weather conditions from the evening of December 20, with chances of rain in plains and snowfall in higher reaches.
He said the next 24 hours will remain largely dry, with only minimal chances of precipitation in isolated pockets. “From the evening of December 20, cloudy weather will set in, with possibilities of rain in plains and snowfall over mountainous areas,” he said.
According to Malik Mubeen Ahmed, December 21 may witness fairly widespread rainfall in plains and snowfall in higher reaches, especially in north Kashmir. He added that upper areas of north Kashmir may receive up to one foot of snowfall, while plains of Kupwara could see 2–3 inches of snow and Srinagar may receive 1–2 inches.
He further said similar conditions are expected in parts of central Kashmir, with isolated pockets receiving snowfall. Another weak western disturbance is likely around December 22, followed by mostly dry but cloudy weather till December 24. Dry weather is expected to prevail till December 28.
Advising caution, the meteorologist urged travelers, transporters and tourists to remain in touch with traffic authorities, especially while travelling on national highways and higher reaches, to ensure safe movement.
