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Sweltering weather persisted in Jammu and Kashmir as Srinagar recorded its second warmest July day at 34.6°C on Tuesday, officials reported.

 

A meteorological department official said on Wednesday that the highest July temperature in the last decade was 35.0°C on July 18, 2021. The all-time highest July temperature was recorded on July 15, 1973.

 

As research findings published in a scientific journal in 2020 suggest, Srinagar can feel hotter than Delhi due to higher humidity levels. The valley traps heat and reduces airflow, intensifying the heat.

 

Meanwhile, "Hot and humid conditions are expected to continue until July 3, with potential for rain and thundershowers in scattered areas of Jammu Division late at night or early morning, and similar conditions in parts of Kashmir Valley," the official stated.

 

On July 4, intermittent light to moderate rain and thundershowers are anticipated in many places, with isolated heavy rain over Jammu Division.

 

July 5-6 may bring moderate rainfall at most locations in J&K, including heavy showers in some areas.

 

The weather on July 7-8 is predicted to be hot and humid, with chances of rain and thundershowers in scattered areas of Jammu Division during the late night and early morning. Similar conditions are expected in parts of Kashmir Division.

 

However, "Thunderstorms, lightning, flash floods, landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones could occur at some vulnerable locations between July 4-6," the official warned, adding, "A few low-lying areas may experience temporary waterlogging conditions."