MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): Azad Kashmir weather update: The weather in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) is set to be a mix of sunshine and clouds today, with hazy conditions expected throughout the day.
As of May 23, 2025, temperatures are projected to reach a high of 89°F, accompanied by southwest winds blowing at 5 to 10 mph.
Humidity levels stand at 49 per cent, and the UV index is rated at 10 out of 11, indicating very high exposure.
Residents are advised to take precautions against the sun. Sunrise occurred at 4:59AM, while sunset is expected at 7:04PM.
As night falls, the skies will remain mainly clear, with temperatures dropping to a low of 71°F. Winds will be light and variable, shifting to a gentle 5 mph breeze from the northeast.
Humidity will increase slightly to 56 per cent, and the UV index will drop to 0, posing no risk. The moonrise is scheduled for 2:07AM, with moonset at 2:50PM. A waning crescent moon phase is noted.
A waning crescent is the last phase of the Moon. During this phase, only a thin slice of the Moon is visible on the far side of its viewable surface, compared to the rising crescent. It will then disappear into the new Moon phase.
Azad Kashmir weather: Extended update
Azad Kashmir will see a mix of sun, clouds, and thunderstorms over the next week.
Saturday starts with morning storms at 81°F high, and 67°F low is expected, followed by partly cloudy skies on Sunday at 86°F.
Monday will be mostly sunny and hotter at 89°F.
More morning thunderstorms are expected to arrive Tuesday at 83°F, then partly cloudy weather returns Wednesday through Thursday at 85°F highs.
Scattered storms are likely Friday and next Saturday at 81°F both days, with partly cloudy weather expected next Sunday at 86°F.
Winds will stay light at 7-8 mph from the south and east, while midweek offers the best weather.