Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh are experiencing a severe cold wave with sub-zero temperatures across major districts. Ladakh's Leh recorded minus 10.8 degrees Celsius, while Hanle dropped to minus 15 degrees Celsius. Srinagar registered minus 2.4 degrees Celsius, and Gulmarg and Pahalgam saw lows of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius. This intense cold is part of the 'Chillai Kalan' period, with dry weather forecast until January 15, followed by a possibility of light snowfall in higher reaches.