Bhopal, December 31: As the New Year approaches, Madhya Pradesh braces for biting cold and dense fog, following a sharp drop in temperatures due to recent rainfall and icy winds from northern India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that the cold wave will persist for the next three to four days, with several cities likely to experience extreme cold conditions.
Cold Wave and Fog Alerts
On the last night of 2024, chilly conditions will dominate across the state, particularly in regions like Ujjain, Bhopal, and Indore, which are under a cold wave alert.
- Malwa Region: Ujjain and Ratlam are expected to experience cold-day conditions.
- Foggy Mornings: Cities like Gwalior, Chambal, Sagar, and Rewa divisions have reported dense fog, with visibility significantly reduced.
- Cold Wave Zones: Shajapur, Neemuch, Mandsaur, and Agar-Malwa are on alert for severe cold waves.
On January 1, light to moderate fog is forecast for Gwalior, Shivpuri, Morena, Rewa, Satna, and Sagar. Ujjain and Ratlam will continue to experience cold-day conditions, while Neemuch and Mandsaur remain under a cold wave warning.
Temperatures Plunge Across the State
Monday saw daytime temperatures in most cities drop below 25°C. The coldest city was Tikamgarh, with a maximum temperature of 18°C. Other notable readings include:
- Naugaon: 18.5°C
- Gwalior and Rewa: 19°C
- Satna: 20.3°C
- Bhopal: 22.6°C
- Indore: 21.6°C
Night temperatures also dipped, with Guna recording a low of 7.2°C, while major cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain registered 10.4°C, 13.2°C, and 11.5°C respectively.
Chilly Start to January
The IMD has forecast persistent cold wave conditions for January, with 20 to 22 days likely to experience cold-day or severe cold-wave situations. Regions like Tikamgarh, Neemuch, and Shivpuri are expected to see temperatures drop further as icy winds from northern India continue to dominate.
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