SRINAGAR, June 12 -- Several parts of Jammu and Kashmir witnessed rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds and hailstorms on Thursday following a spell of above-normal temperatures across the Union Territory, while fresh snowfall was reported from higher reaches, including the Apharwat hills of Gulmarg.

A fresh western disturbance influenced weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir during the day, triggering widespread rain and thundershower activity in many areas.

According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, several places experienced brief but intense showers accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds during the afternoon and evening hours.

The weather office had issued a nowcast warning forecasting rain and thundershower...