Srinagar: Srinagar Meteorological Center on Sunday forecast generally dry weather in Jammu and Kashmir on April 26, followed by cloudy conditions with spells of light rain, thundershowers and scattered gusts of wind at many places from April 27 onwards.
Srinagar MeT Center Director Mukhtar Ahmad said April 27 and 28 will see generally cloudy skies with light rain and thunderstorms, mainly during the afternoon and evening hours, while April 29 and 30 are expected to remain partly cloudy with brief spells of light rain at some places.
It added that weather conditions are likely to remain generally dry again on May 1 and 2, while further episodes of light rain and scattered thunder are expected in many places on May 3 and 4.
Meanwhile, the Met Department has issued an advisory for farmers to resume farming operations between April 26 and the evening of April 27, taking advantage of the dry weather window.
The department also warned of hot and dry weather conditions in Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Reasi and Udhampur districts for the next two days, with chances of heat waves at isolated places on April 26 and 27.
People have been advised to avoid heat exposure during peak hours and stay hydrated by consuming fluids such as water, ORS and lassi. (JKNS)
