SRINAGAR: The summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, sizzled at a record-breaking 37.4°C on Saturday, marking the highest temperature for the month of July since 1953.
As per details shared by Kashmir Weather, Srinagar sizzled at a record-breaking day temperature of 37.4°C today.
On July 10, 1946, a temperature of 38.3°C over Srinagar was observed, which stands as all-time highest.
The temperature also stands as the third-highest July reading since 1892, reflecting the intensity of the ongoing heatwave that has gripped the region.
According to a statement issued by the Met Centre Srinagar as per news agency JKNS stated that today’s temperature of 37.4°C is only slightly lower than the second-highest July temperature of 37.7°C recorded on July 5, 1953. The all-time highest remains 38.3°C recorded on July 10, 1946.
“This is the highest July temperature Srinagar has seen in over 70 years,” said an independent weather forecaster. “Such temperatures are extremely rare in the Valley’s climate history.”
The record-breaking heat wasn’t limited to Srinagar alone, Pahalgam recorded its highest-ever maximum temperature for July at 31.6°C, surpassing the previous record of 31.5°C on July 21, 2024.
Kokernag registered its second-highest July maximum at 34.0°C, just below the all-time record of 34.1°C set on July 28, 2024.
Despite the record temperatures, officials remain hopeful that the predicted rainfall will help moderate conditions and bring much-needed respite to the region.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has already forecast some relief from Sunday onward, with chances of rain and thundershowers in several parts of the Valley. (JKNS)
