Monsoon Forecast: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for heavy rainfall and dense fog in various states as weather patterns shift in the last days of December. According to IMD, light rain and dense fog are likely across multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh on December 23 and 24.
Delhi Weather: Drizzle Brings Chill
Delhi experienced light drizzle on Monday morning, intensifying the winter chill. The IMD predicts a drop of 3-4°C in the maximum temperature due to rain. The capital is expected to record a maximum temperature of 20°C and a minimum of 7°C today. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for two days, warning of dense fog in parts of the city. Another western disturbance is expected to become active by the night of December 26, potentially bringing light rain on December 27-28.
Fog Alert in Uttar Pradesh
Dense fog is anticipated in the following districts of Uttar Pradesh:
- Balrampur
- Bahraich
- Lakhimpur
- Sitapur
- Meerut
- Moradabad
- Bareilly
- Shahjahanpur
Rainfall Expected in Multiple States
IMD forecasts indicate light rain in several regions, including:
- Madhya Pradesh
- Punjab
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Haryana
- North Rajasthan
Additional alerts have been issued for Andhra Pradesh, North Tamil Nadu, South Odisha, Rayalaseema, South Interior Karnataka, Lakshadweep, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands over the next 24 hours. States like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Muzaffarabad may also experience cold wave conditions.
Weather Patterns Across India
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Scattered light rain expected.
- Tamil Nadu and Coastal Odisha: Light rain likely in isolated areas.
- Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan: Risk of cold waves in certain parts.
Impact of Western Disturbance
The western disturbance, anticipated to activate on December 26, is expected to bring light rainfall across northern India. The IMD advises citizens to prepare for reduced visibility due to fog and colder temperatures in the coming days.
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