Jammu Tawi, 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. Fresh snowfall was also recorded in the Apharwat hills of Gulmarg and several other higher reaches of north Kashmir.

Weather officials said that a fresh western disturbance influenced weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir during the day, bringing rain and thundershowers to many areas.

The Meteorological (Met) Centre, Srinagar, said several places experienced brief, intense showers, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds during the afternoon and evening hours.

The department's nowcast issued during the day had warned of rain and...