Srinagar, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir recorded no heatwave days during August, even as large parts of the country experienced unusually high temperatures, with intermittent rain, cloud cover and persistent moisture keeping the weather pleasant across the Union Territory.<\/p>\n
According to the details available with the news agency\u2014Kashmir News Observer (KNO) the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in previous years has linked prolonged heat spells to deficient rainfall and subdued monsoon activity, which allow temperatures to rise sharply.<\/p>\n
An official of the Meteorological Department told KNO that\u00a0 the weather pattern remained more variable through much of the August month, with repeated spells of rain and thunderstorms providing temporary relief from rising temperatures. \u201cSeveral parts of the Kashmir division received light to moderate rainfall at different intervals, while the Jammu region also witnessed episodes of heavy rain, particularly in districts such as Reasi, Udhampur and Jammu,\u201d he said, adding, \u201cThe intermittent precipitation was accompanied by cloud cover, which limited solar heating during the day and prevented temperatures from remaining elevated for prolonged periods.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAlthough temperatures rose during the latter part of August, conditions remained largely hot and humid rather than developing into a sustained heatwave,\u201d he said, adding, \u201cSrinagar recorded a monthly maximum of around 33.5 degrees Celsius, with high humidity adding to the discomfort. The combination of moisture and cloud cover, however, helped restrict the duration and intensity of the heat.\u201d<\/p>\n
The official said that weather patterns during the month also saw brief but intense showers in different areas, often occurring during the morning or late afternoon. \u201cThese spells helped bring down temperatures before a prolonged build-up of heat could occur,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe contrast highlights the importance of rainfall distribution and cloud cover in determining local heat conditions. Even when temperatures rise, sustained heatwave conditions require prolonged periods of excessive maximum temperatures, and the prevailing atmospheric moisture and rainfall over J&K repeatedly interrupted such a pattern,\u201d the official said.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the weather office has forecast further spells of rain and thunderstorms in parts of J&K in the beginning of September, with isolated intense showers also possible.<\/p>\n
While the absence of heatwave days provided relief from extreme heat, authorities have continued to caution residents about weather-related risks associated with intense rainfall, including flash floods, mudslides and landslides in vulnerable areas. (KNO)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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