Srinagar, May 4 (NV): The Meteorological Department on Monday forecast generally cloudy weather with spells of rain and thunderstorms across Jammu and Kashmir, issuing an advisory warning of lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds in parts of the Union Territory.
According to the MeT Centre Srinagar, most places are likely to witness one or two spells of light to moderate rain or thundershowers on May 4, accompanied by thunder, hailstorm and gusty winds with speeds of 40–50 kmph at a few locations.
On May 5, scattered places may receive brief spells of light rain or thundershowers, mainly towards the afternoon, the department said.
The weather is expected to remain generally dry from May 6 to 9, although brief showers at isolated places during afternoon hours cannot be ruled out.
From May 10 to 12, conditions are likely to stay largely dry, with brief spells of light rain or thundershowers at scattered locations, it added.
The MeT has advised caution, warning of possible lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds at a few places in both Kashmir and Jammu divisions.
Authorities have urged people to suspend boating and shikara riding activities during inclement weather and advised residents to stay indoors during thunder and lightning, and avoid loose structures, electric poles and wires, officials said.(NVI)
