Diplomat Correspondent
Srinagar,(DD): In an unusual turn for Kashmir’s summer nights, Srinagar city experienced its hottest night of the season, with the minimum temperature settling at 21.8°C, significantly above normal for this time of year.
According to the Meteorological Department, the temperature was 5.4°C above the average night temperature typically recorded in June. The ongoing dry spell and persistent hot conditions are being blamed for the rise in mercury levels, both day and night.
“This is the highest minimum temperature recorded so far this season in Srinagar,” a senior official from the MeT department said. “Such warm nights are rare for Kashmir and are indicative of the larger trend of rising summer temperatures in the region.”
The intense heat has also led to increased power demand, prompting calls for better electricity and water supply in urban and rural areas alike. Health experts have urged people to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity during peak hours, and take precautions, especially for the elderly and children.
The soaring temperatures come just days after the Education Department announced a 10-day summer break for schools across the Kashmir division starting July 1, citing health concerns for students amid the ongoing heatwave.
With little relief expected in the immediate forecast, the MeT office has advised residents to brace for continued warm nights and hot days in the coming week.(DD)
