Srinagar, Aug 4: The meteorological department issued a forecast on Friday, predicting primarily hot and dry weather in Jammu and Kashmir. However, there is a possibility of isolated late afternoon or evening showers. A meteorological department official stated that rain might occur at scattered places during that time. The weather conditions are not expected to undergo significant changes over the weekend, with similar conditions anticipated on August 5-6. From August 7-10, mainly dry weather is expected without any major rainfall in the forecast for the week. The prevailing weather pattern is likely to remain hot and dry.