Srinagar Records 3rd Highest Minimum Temperature in 132 Years at 24.6°C

Srinagar experienced an unusually warm night as the minimum temperature soared to 24.6°C, marking the third highest in 132 years of recorded history. This temperature is a significant 5.8°C above the normal for this time of year.

The record for the highest minimum temperature remains 25.2°C, recorded on 21 July 1988. The second highest, at 24.8°C, was recorded more recently on 26 July 2021.

This unprecedented warmth is raising concerns about climate patterns and their impact on the region. Such deviations from the norm could have various implications for the local ecosystem and daily life.