Srinagar, July 1: Srinagar has recorded its hottest June in the last 47 years, while Qazigund too experienced its warmest June in over half a century, as temperatures continued to soar across Jammu and Kashmir.
As reported the Kashmir News Observer (KNO), this June has been the second hottest in Srinagar since weather records began in 1892. Independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng stated that the average maximum temperature for Srinagar in June 2025 was 31.0°C, with the mean minimum at 18.2°C. This gave an overall monthly average of 24.6°C, narrowly trailing the 1978 record of 25.0°C.
Arif added that 2008 still holds the highest mean minimum temperature for June in Srinagar at 18.3°C. Interestingly, June 2025’s average ties with the overall averages recorded in 1971 and 1973, putting this year among the top hottest Junes on record.
Qazigund, often referred to as the gateway to Kashmir, saw a mean maximum temperature of 30.3°C and a mean minimum of 16.1°C in June 2025, resulting in an overall average of 23.2°C. This matches the 1978 average and is just below the all-time high of 23.7°C recorded in 1973.
On Monday, Srinagar once again recorded higher temperatures than Jammu, with the mercury reaching 34.2°C. Qazigund saw a maximum of 32.6°C, while Pahalgam hit 30.0°C. Other notable temperatures included Kupwara at 34.7°C, Kokernag at 32.4°C, and Gulmarg at a milder 24.5°C.
Surprisingly, Jammu city recorded a below-normal temperature of 29.0°C, which is 7°C below its seasonal average. Banihal reached 29.6°C, Batote 27.5°C, Katra 26.0°C, and Bhaderwah 31.8°C.
The Meteorological Department has predicted continued hot and humid conditions until July 4, with brief spells of rain and thunderstorms at scattered locations.
Director MeT, Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, stated that from July 5 to 7, widespread cloudy weather is expected, with intermittent light to moderate rain and thunderstorms at several places. Heavy rainfall may occur in isolated areas, particularly in the Jammu region.
Between July 8 and 10, brief showers are likely at scattered locations.
The department has also issued an advisory warning of flash floods in vulnerable areas, along with the risk of landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones. Water levels in rivers and streams are expected to rise, with possible waterlogging in low-lying areas.
