Jammu city experienced an exceptional cold wave on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, recording a maximum temperature of just 7.4 degrees Celsius. This temperature was a significant 10.1 degrees Celsius below the normal average for this time of year, making it an unusually harsh winter day for the region. Notably, this rendered Jammu colder than several traditionally colder high-altitude locations in the Kashmir Valley. On the same day, Gulmarg, a renowned ski resort, registered a maximum temperature of 8.2 degrees Celsius. Pahalgam, another key tourist destination, recorded 10.6 degrees Celsius, while Srinagar, the summer capital, saw a maximum of 13.3 degrees Celsius. Meteorological Department officials confirmed that the 7.4 degrees Celsius maximum temperature was the fourth-lowest daytime high recorded in Jammu over the past four decades. Previously colder daytime temperatures were noted in 1986 (5.0°C), 2013 (6.7°C), and 2016 (7.1°C). The intense cold was exacerbated by dense fog, which severely disrupted daily life and transportation. Air and train services were significantly affected, leading to the cancellation of multiple flights and delays for others. In response to the persistent cold wave, authorities in Jammu province extended winter vacations for summer zone schools until January 17. This unusual weather pattern highlights the significant impact of the cold snap on the Jammu and Kashmir region.