Pahalgam, the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir, recorded the season’s coldest night with the mercury dipping to minus 2.8 degrees Celsius. The sharp fall in temperature marks the onset of winter conditions in the Valley.
Officials from the Meteorological Department confirmed that the minimum temperature in Pahalgam dropped significantly compared to previous nights, making it the coldest so far this season. The chill has intensified across the region, with other parts of Kashmir also witnessing a decline in night temperatures.
Tourists visiting Pahalgam experienced frosty conditions, with early morning frost covering meadows and rooftops. Local residents have begun winter preparations as the cold wave sets in.
The Meteorological Department has forecast further dip in temperatures in coming days, with dry weather likely to continue across the Valley. Authorities have advised residents and visitors to take adequate precautions against the cold.
