Bhopal, January 7 – As winter continues to grip Madhya Pradesh, a fresh spell of intense cold is set to begin across the state starting today. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a 2-3°C drop in day and night temperatures, accompanied by cold wave conditions in several regions. Dense fog is likely to blanket Gwalior, Chambal, and Rewa divisions over the next two days, while light rain is expected in some districts from January 12.
Colder Days Ahead: What to Expect
The current cold wave is being driven by icy winds blowing from Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Ladakh, where snowfall has been reported. On Monday, jet streams at an altitude of 12.6 km were recorded moving at a speed of 204 km/h, intensifying the chill across the state.
With the melting of snow in the northern regions, wind speeds are expected to increase, leading to a significant dip in temperatures across Madhya Pradesh. According to the IMD, a Western Disturbance is likely to become active over Northwest India on January 10, resulting in light rain or drizzle in parts of the state from January 12 onwards. The weather is expected to remain cold throughout January, with cold wave conditions persisting for the next 20 to 22 days.
Fog Alert for Key Districts
Dense to moderate fog will prevail in several districts over the next two days, affecting visibility and transportation.
Fog Forecast
- January 7 (Tuesday):
Moderate to dense fog is expected in Gwalior, Sheopur, Morena, Bhind, Datia, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Satna, Rewa, Mauganj, Maihar, Sidhi, and Singrauli. - January 8 (Wednesday):
The same regions will experience continued moderate to dense fog, impacting visibility during early morning hours. - January 9 (Thursday):
Fog is likely to lift, but cold weather conditions will persist.
Temperature Update: Naugaon Records Lowest Temperature
On Sunday night, Naugaon in Chhatarpur district recorded the state’s lowest temperature at 8.5°C. Other regions that experienced significant drops in temperature include:
- Mandla: 8.8°C
- Tikamgarh: 9°C
- Guna, Malajkhand, Shivpuri: 9.3°C
- Rajgarh: 9.4°C
In major cities, Gwalior was the coldest, recording 9.7°C, followed by:
- Bhopal: 10°C
- Jabalpur & Ujjain: 12°C
- Indore: 13.1°C
Additionally, several other districts, including Pachmarhi, Khajuraho, Raisen, Damoh, Sagar, Rewa, Satna, and Umaria, recorded temperatures below 12°C.
IMD Advisory for Residents
Given the ongoing cold wave, residents, particularly in northern and central Madhya Pradesh, are advised to:
- Dress warmly: Wear layered clothing, including woolens, to stay insulated.
- Exercise caution while driving: Dense fog may reduce visibility, making highways and roads more hazardous during the early morning and late-night hours.
- Take care of the vulnerable: Elderly individuals, children, and those with respiratory ailments should take extra precautions to avoid cold-related illnesses.
- Monitor weather updates: Stay informed about changes in weather patterns through official IMD bulletins.
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