Srinagar, Feb. 17 -- With largely dry weather observed in February, the maximum temperatures are running 7-8 degrees above normal in Kashmir, the J&K meteorological centre (MeT) in Srinagar said.

Though the harsh winter period of 70 days, which began on December 21 is yet to end, the Kashmir valley is witnessing clear and sunny days with temperatures ranging between 14-18 degree celsius.

The MeT said that summer capital Srinagar Monday recorded a maximum of 16.6 degree Celsius, while it was 18 degree Celsius on Sunday. The normal in Srinagar at this time of the season is 10.4 degree Celsius.

While there have been a few bouts of snowfall mostly over the mountains in the valley, the precipitation, this winter, has largely fallen short by...