Weather Update: IMD Forecasts Rain, Snow, and Dense Fog Across Northern and Southern India: Key Alerts for Jammu, Kashmir, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, and More

The weather in India is set to change over the next few days, with rainfall and snowfall expected in the northern and Himalayan regions due to a Western Disturbance. Southern states will experience light to moderate rainfall, with some areas receiving heavy showers. Cold day conditions are likely in parts of Himachal Pradesh and East Rajasthan, while dense fog will affect several regions, especially in the northwest. Temperature variations are expected across the country, bringing a mix of chilly and mild conditions. Here are the details

Western Disturbances: Impact on Northern and Northwestern India

Two Western Disturbances are set to impact the region:

• First Western Disturbance:

• Scattered to fairly widespread rainfall/snowfall over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad and Uttarakhand.

• Himachal Pradesh will experience similar activity on 17th January.

• Isolated rainfall activity expected over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, East Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh

• Thunderstorm activity is likely in isolated places.

• Second Western Disturbance (18th-22nd January):

• Isolated to scattered rainfall/snowfall over the Western Himalayan region.

• Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, West Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan to experience isolated rainfall on 21st and 22nd January.

Cyclonic Circulations Over South India

An upper air cyclonic circulation over the southeast Arabian Sea will affect southern states:

• Rainfall Predictions:

• Light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal from 18th to 20th January.

• Kerala and Mahe to receive rain on 19th and 20th January.

• Isolated heavy rainfall over Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on 18th and 19th January and over Kerala and Mahe on 19th January.

Temperature Forecast and Cold Day Warnings

A significant shift in weather conditions is expected this January, with temperatures dipping across Northwest India and cold day conditions prevailing in several regions. Frigid mornings are anticipated in Rajasthan, while dense fog is likely to disrupt visibility in northern states.

Temperature Forecast:

• Gradual fall in minimum temperatures by 2-3°C over Northwest India in the next two days, followed by a rise.

• Gujarat Region will witness a gradual rise in minimum temperatures over the next three days.

• Central and East India will remain stable in terms of temperatures for the next five days.

Cold Day Warnings:

• Himachal Pradesh: Cold day conditions from 17th-18th January.

• East Rajasthan: Cold day conditions on 17th January.

Dense Fog Warnings

IMD has forecast dense to very dense fog over several regions, significantly reducing visibility during mornings and nights. Travelers and commuters are advised to exercise caution and plan accordingly.

Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (17th-19th January 2025)

Delhi and NCR will experience a mix of cloudy skies, dense fog, and smog from 17th to 19th January. The region will see low wind speeds and reduced visibility during the morning and night, with weather conditions gradually improving through the day. Here are the details

The upcoming days will bring substantial weather changes across India, with rainfall and snowfall expected in the northern regions and heavy rain forecasted for the southern states. Citizens are advised to stay informed through the latest advisories and plan their activities accordingly.