Shimla, November 8 (Udaipur Kiran) — Cold conditions have intensified across Himachal Pradesh, with Kangra and Mandi now recording colder nights than the state capital, Shimla. Despite sunny days keeping the weather pleasant, mornings and nights have turned significantly chilly, particularly in high-altitude and tribal regions.
According to the Meteorological Department, the overall minimum temperature in the state has dropped by 0.3°C below normal. Lahaul-Spiti, Kinnaur, and Chamba’s Pangi region are witnessing severe cold, with temperatures dipping below freezing. Kukumseri in Lahaul-Spiti recorded -2.9°C, while both Tabo and Keylong registered -2°C. Natural water sources in these areas have begun to freeze, and thin ice layers are forming over waterfalls. Slippery conditions have also developed on the Manali–Keylong–Leh road due to ice accumulation.
In the plains, night temperatures are steadily falling as well. Shimla recorded a minimum temperature of 9°C, while Kangra was colder at 8.6°C and Mandi at 9.1°C. Palampur, Solan, and Sundernagar were even chillier, recording 7°C, 7.5°C, and 8.5°C respectively. In Hamirpur, the temperature dropped to 9.2°C.
Other key locations also saw a decline in temperature — Bhuntar recorded 6.1°C, Kalpa 1.5°C, Dharamshala 9.8°C, Manali 4.1°C, Kufri 8.1°C, Narkanda 6°C, Reckong Peo 4.5°C, Bajuara 6°C, Una 11.4°C, Nahan 11.6°C, and Bilaspur 12.9°C.
The weather office has forecast clear skies across the state till November 14, with no rain or snowfall expected. While daytime conditions will remain pleasant due to bright sunshine, night temperatures are likely to fall further, especially in higher elevations. Residents have been advised to wear warm clothing during early morning and nighttime hours as cold conditions strengthen across both hilly and plain regions.
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