Kashmir in winter is always a sight to behold. This year too, the region has attracted a large number of tourists. While temperatures continue to drop in several parts of the Valley, visitors are amazed by Gulmarg’s partially frozen waterfall. Scroll down to know more!
Gulmarg’s Partially Frozen Waterfall
Hundreds of visitors gathered at Gulmarg’s Drang to see the beautiful partially frozen waterfall, Drung, and enjoy the winter scenery. Tourism in the Valley is picking up, with many travellers arriving to experience Kashmir’s snow-covered landscapes and cold weather. Although temperatures have risen slightly in some areas, the cold remains strong, and parts of Dal Lake and other water bodies have frozen.
According to NDTV, on Sunday night, Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of –2.4°C, which was slightly higher than the previous night’s –5.2°C. Pulwama in south Kashmir emerged as the coldest town, with the temperature dropping to –6.5°C. Other regions also remained in the grip of cold weather. Pahalgam and Gulmarg recorded –3.4°C, Sonmarg dropped to –2.4°C, Qazigund reached –3.4°C, Kokernag recorded –1.8°C, and Kupwara registered –3.7°C.
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More Snowfall In Kashmir
Looking ahead, the cold spell is likely to continue in the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that the Valley will remain mostly dry but cloudy until January 21. Dense fog is also expected in parts of the plains, especially in the Jammu region, over the next five days.
Meanwhile, temperatures in Kashmir’s higher reaches have dipped even further. Some hill stations recorded temperatures between –8°C and –12°C, highlighting the severity of the winter chill. Dras in Kargil, known as the second coldest inhabited place on Earth, witnessed a night temperature of –25°C.
According to the weather department, a new western disturbance is likely to affect the region after January 19. This could bring fresh snowfall to both the hilly areas and the plains of the Valley.
So, when are you planning your winter trip to Kashmir? Tell us in the comments below!
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