Weather Update: Dense Fog Expected in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh; Western Disturbance to Bring Rain and Snow to Northwest India

India braces for a mixed bag of weather conditions this week, with dense fog gripping parts of the north, a fresh Western Disturbance set to bring rain and snow to the Himalayan region, and fluctuating temperatures across the country. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for foggy mornings in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, while Delhi/NCR experiences cooler nights and smog-laden skies.

Weather Systems and Impacts

• Cyclonic Circulation Over Arabian Sea: The low-pressure system over the east-central Arabian Sea has dissipated, but an associated cyclonic circulation remains over the southeast Arabian Sea, extending up to mid-tropospheric levels.

• Incoming Western Disturbance: A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to impact the Western Himalayan Region and parts of Northwest India starting December 8, 2024. This system is likely to bring light to moderate rainfall and snowfall to the Western Himalayas, along with isolated light rainfall in Punjab and Haryana on December 8-9, 2024.

Dense Fog Alerts for North India

Dense fog is anticipated during late night and early morning hours in isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh from December 7-10, 2024.

Temperature Trends Across India

The temperature forecast indicates a gradual decline in minimum temperatures by 2°C across Northwest India over the next three days, followed by stabilization. In East India, a similar drop of 2°C is expected over the next two days, with temperatures likely to rise by 2–3°C thereafter. Meanwhile, Central India is predicted to experience stable minimum temperatures with no significant changes over the coming five days.

Delhi/NCR Weather Update

Delhi and its surrounding areas are set to experience a mix of clear skies and fluctuating wind conditions over the next few days. Minimum temperatures have dropped slightly, with smog and mist likely to persist during morning and evening hours.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following the latest updates from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and take necessary precautions during adverse weather conditions.