Srinagar, July 05: 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 news agency JKNS, details shared by Kashmir Weather stated that Srinagar, sizzled at a record-breaking day temperature of 37.4°C today.
The temperature also stands as the third-highest July reading since 1892, reflecting the intensity of the ongoing heatwave that has gripped the region.
“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 India Meteorological Department (IMD) has already forecast some relief from Sunday onward, with chances of rain and thundershowers in several parts of the Valley.
