El Niño May Bring Mild, Dry Winter to Jammu & Kashmir

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating that the El Niño phenomenon may lead to a milder and drier winter in Jammu & Kashmir. Analysts say that the warming of sea‑surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean associated with El Niño can reduce winter rainfall and lower temperatures across the region. The department advises local authorities and farmers to prepare for reduced precipitation and potential water‑stress conditions. While the forecast does not rule out isolated cold spells, overall temperatures are expected to remain above the long‑term winter average. Monitoring will continue as the season progresses to refine predictions and guide resource management.