Srinagar, Jan 17 || While higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir received light snowfall, the plains of the Valley missed the season's first snowfall on Saturday.
Weather officials have forecast moderate to heavy snowfall in the Valley between January 22 and 24.
According to Meteorological Department officials, light to moderate snowfall occurred in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir during the last 12 hours, while the plains did not record any, much to the disappointment of residents waiting for this season's first snowfall.
Due to a Western Disturbance becoming active over Jammu and Kashmir from the afternoon of January 22 to January 24, widespread rain/snow is expected.
"Valley, including the plains, will receive moderate to heavy snowfall during this period," the Meteorological Department officials said.
While farmers have been advised to suspend farming activities during this period, travellers have been asked to plan their travel accordingly.