Srinagar, Oct 12: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds at many places across Jammu and Kashmir from October 13 to 15, with light snowfall likely over higher reaches.
Director MeT Srinagar, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad said that, the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy on October 12, with light rain at isolated places and light snowfall over higher reaches.
From October 13 to 15, generally cloudy weather is expected, with light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds at many places. Light snowfall is also likely over higher reaches during this period.
The MeT Centre has forecast generally dry weather on October 16, with a brief spell of light rain possible at isolated places, while dry conditions are expected from October 17 to 24.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Centre has advised farmers to ensure the safe storage of harvested apples, paddy and other crops during October 13–15.
It has also cautioned about the possibility of thunderstorms and gusty winds during the period, along with light snowfall over important mountain passes and roads/highways.
Travellers, transporters and the general public have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly and follow traffic advisories issued by the authorities.
