MeT office predicts rain, snow in Uttarakhand on Feb 26-27

A fresh spell of rain and snow is likely to lash isolated places in Uttarakhand on February 26 and 27 after witnessing a prolonged dry spell and rising temperatures.  

According to the regional meteorological centre, snow will occur at hilly places situated at 3,000 metre altitude or above, while the foothills will receive light showers.

"A fresh western disturbance is going to have an impact on the weather of Uttarakhand from February 26. Hills located at 3,000 metres and above will receive snowfall while foothills are likely to witness rain showers," said Rohit Thapliyal, senior meteorologist at the regional meteorological centre.

As a result, the temperature levels, which are currently settling above normal, are going to drop by a couple of notches in both hills and plains after February 27, said Met officials.

On Wednesday, the maximum temperature at Dehradun was recorded at 30.1 degree Celsius, seven notches above normal, while the minimum remained at 13 degree Celsius, four notches above the normal level.

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