News India Live, Digital Desk: The weather has once again taken a turn in Jammu and Kashmir. On Saturday (April 25, 2026), a sharp drop in temperature was recorded due to intermittent rains in most parts of the valley and fresh snowfall in the higher mountains. According to the report of ‘Zee News’, due to the impact of an active Western Disturbance, the weather pattern has deteriorated in the entire Union Territory, forcing people to take out warm clothes even in late April. Snowfall on the mountains, snowfall in the plains. According to Meteorological Center Srinagar, the weather pattern is likely to remain the same for the next 24 to 48 hours: Fresh snowfall: Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Light to moderate snowfall has occurred in the upper reaches of Pahalgam and Zojila Pass. Due to fresh snowfall, the temperature in the mountains has reached close to zero. Rain in the plains: It has rained with thunder and lightning in the plains of Kashmir including Srinagar and some parts of Jammu division. Strong winds: Cold winds blowing at the speed of 30 to 40 km/hour in the valley have increased the Kanakni. Jammu division: A unique confluence of heat and rain. The surprising thing is that where the hills of Kashmir and Jammu Districts (Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban) are in the grip of cold, while temperatures still remain above normal in Jammu city and adjoining plains districts (Samba, Kathua). Temperature: The maximum temperature in Jammu city was recorded around 38 to 40 degrees Celsius, but some relief is expected from cool winds in the evening. Heatwave warning: The Meteorological Department has still issued a heatwave alert for the plains of Jammu division. Advisory for travelers and farmers: The weather department and the administration have issued special guidelines in view of the worsening situation: For travelers: People traveling on Srinagar-Jammu National Highway and Mughal Road should contact the control room before leaving, as the risk of landslides has increased due to rain and snowfall. For farmers: Horticulture and agricultural work (especially pesticide spraying) should be postponed for the time being. Advice has been given, as strong winds and rain can destroy the effect of the medicines.