GANDERBAL: Sonamarg and its surrounding areas Zojila recorded the off season’s snowfall today morning hours, dipping the day temperature sharply. The snowfall began around 6 am and by the minutes it had accumulated to some inch depth. The snow depth recorded in the nearby Thajiwas glacier area was around 1.1 inches.
Meteorological department already predicted a spell of light to moderate rains between November 11 and 12. Light snowfall was recorded in Sonamarg and Thajwas while rains in plains at Ganderbal District, reports said. With the fall in day temperature, people across the valley have started putting on warm clothes.
After fresh spell of snow, Sonmarg turned as a white blanket. While snow-capped mountains in Sonmarg let tourists enjoy its beautiful view. They seemed excited while having fun, playing with snow.