Lolab Valley

Lolab valley is situated at the northernmost part of the Indian Kashmir, in kupwara district. It’s adjacent to Neelum valley in Azad kashmir to it’s north at 34 degrees North and altitudes ranging from 4000 to 10000 ft. The valley is known for producing one of the highest qualities fruits and herbs because of it’s exclusive wet-cold climate which will be further discussed. This valley has been subjected to many war like situations due to being right at the line of control between India and Pakistan. The climate found in the zone of the Middle Mountains and the valleys enclosed is of a particular type. Altitude determines the degree of coolness and elevation the form of precipitation and summer temperature. Winter is cold and of long duration. When the monsoons are strong, rain is caused. In higher mountains round the valley of Kashmir, winter is very cold and there is snowfall. Summer is very short and milder. The climate in the Valley of Kashmir has its own peculiarities. Winter is very cold. It lasts from November to March. During these months strong winds bring snow and rain from the Mediterranean depressions. These come over from Iran and Afghanistan. Spring begins after 15th of March when rain falls heavily. It causes landslides. But for sowing crops this rain is extremely useful. Rainfall in July and August is as high as 70% and with summer temperature, it causes discomfort. The lakes and waterways make the atmosphere damp and oppressive. The entire valley is covered with a haze that hides the surrounding mountains from view. ------Seasons in Lolab Valley------ -- March 15 to May 15. Spring -- May 15 to July 15 Summer. -- July 15 to Sept. 15 Rainy -- Sept. 15 to Nov. 15 Autumn. -- Nov.15 to Jan 15. Winter -- Jan. 15 to March 15. Ice Cold From December 24 to March 8 temperature is often below zero. Strong winds blow from south and southeast. It snows during winter and there are thick black clouds in the sky. Annual rainfall of the valley recorded is in the rang