'Cold, dry weather likely to persist in Kashmir'

The Indian Illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir state and the areas close to this side of the Line of Control (LoC) is expected to experience mostly dry weather until December 26, with a significant drop in minimum temperatures, said a report. Quoting the Kashmir Weather Forecast, the report continued that the absence of any major weather systems would result in clear and cold conditions throughout the week.

The forecast suggests that the cold weather will persist for the next eight days, with chilly nights and clear skies," according to the report. The residents at the top mountainous terrain had been advised to take necessary precautions to combat the cold temperatures during this period, the report added.