Punjab Weather Update: Light Rain Likely in Pathankot and Hoshiarpur on November 13, Stubble Burning Cases Cross 5,500
November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Punjab recorded dry weather during the past 24 hours, according to the Meteorological Department. The average night temperature across the state increased by 0.7 degrees Celsius but remained 3.4 degrees above normal.
Balowal Saunkhri recorded the lowest temperature at 12°C. Meanwhile, Chandigarh registered a minimum temperature of 11.7°C, which was 2 degrees below normal and the coldest night of the current winter season so far.
Light Rain Likely in Two Punjab Districts on November 13
According to the weather forecast, light rainfall is possible at isolated places in Punjab on November 13. Pathankot and Hoshiarpur are among the districts where rain is expected.
After November 13, dry weather is likely to prevail across the state from November 14 to 17. No major change in maximum and minimum temperatures is expected over the next five days.
Light to moderate mist may also develop at some places during the night and morning hours.
Chandigarh Weather Forecast Till November 17
Chandigarh is expected to experience mainly clear weather from November 12 to 17.
The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 30°C and 31°C, while the minimum temperature may range from 11°C to 15°C.
Western Disturbance May Bring Rain and Snowfall in Hills
According to the Meteorological Department, a western disturbance is active over northern Pakistan and adjoining areas.
Under its influence, rainfall and snowfall are likely in the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
Jammu and Kashmir has been placed under an alert for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and hailstorms at isolated places on November 12.
In Himachal Pradesh, thunderstorms and strong winds are possible at some places on November 12 and 13.
Changing weather conditions in the hills may also affect temperatures in the plains over the coming days.
Punjab Records 515 Stubble Burning Incidents in One Day
Punjab reported 515 farm fire incidents on Wednesday, taking the total number of stubble-burning cases during the current paddy season to 5,517.
The figure is already 403 higher than the 5,114 incidents recorded during the entire previous season. Notably, 19 days remain in the monitoring period.
According to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) report dated November 11, stubble-burning incidents in Punjab have already crossed last season’s full-season total. Monitoring will continue until November 30.
Ferozepur has recorded the highest number of farm fires so far, with 728 cases. Tarn Taran ranks second with 687 incidents, followed by Sangrur with 628.
The district-wise figures are:
- Ferozepur: 728 cases
- Tarn Taran: 687 cases
- Sangrur: 628 cases
- Bathinda: 499 cases
- Patiala: 374 cases
- Barnala: 320 cases
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Will it rain in Punjab on November 12?
No. Punjab experienced dry weather during the past 24 hours, and the forecast indicates no specific rainfall update for the state on November 12.
2. Which Punjab districts may receive rain on November 13?
Pathankot and Hoshiarpur may receive light rainfall on November 13.
3. How long will dry weather continue in Punjab?
Dry weather is expected across the state from November 14 to 17.
4. What was the lowest temperature recorded in Punjab?
Balowal Saunkhri recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 12°C.
5. What was Chandigarh’s minimum temperature?
Chandigarh recorded a minimum temperature of 11.7°C, its coldest night of the current season so far.
6. Is rain or snowfall expected in Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh?
Yes. Rainfall and snowfall are possible in the hilly regions. Jammu and Kashmir also has an alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms and hailstorms at isolated places on November 12.
7. How many stubble-burning incidents have been reported in Punjab this season?
A total of 5,517 incidents have been reported so far, including 515 on Wednesday alone.
8. Which Punjab district has recorded the highest number of stubble-burning cases?
Ferozepur tops the list with 728 cases, followed by Tarn Taran with 687 and Sangrur with 628.