Delhi-NCR weather update: The maximum temperature may come down to 24–26 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may fall to around 10–9 degrees Celsius.
Temperatures in North India are falling steadily, and the weather is changing quickly. As the third week of November begins, many parts of the region i.e. Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana are seeing sudden shifts in conditions. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the weather will remain active in most parts of South and Northeast India from 21 to 25 November. IMD has also issued a cold-wave alert for Delhi-NCR and several areas in North India. Many places in Uttar Pradesh have already started seeing thick fog.
In western India, the minimum temperature may rise gradually by 2–4 degrees Celcius over the next five days, after which no major change is expected. In central India, minimum temperatures may also increase by 2–4 degrees Celcius over the next four days, followed by stable conditions. For the next 24 hours, the minimum temperature in the plains of northwest India will stay nearly the same.
The Meteorological Department has forecast a major change in the weather in Uttarakhand over the next two to three days. The minimum temperature is expected to fall even further, and the mountains are likely to experience a strong wave of winter. Higher regions may see a sharp drop in temperature, leading to intense cold in many areas.
Delhi to face severe cold
The IMD has said that the weather in Delhi will stay clear on Friday, 21 November. There may be light to moderate fog in the morning, but the temperature will not change much. The maximum temperature is expected to remain close to 27 degrees Celsius, and the minimum may stay around 11 degrees Celsius.
From 22 November to 25 November, the weather will remain almost the same. The sky will stay clear, and fog may appear in the early hours. However, the temperatures are likely to drop. The cold is expected to get stronger during this time. The maximum temperature may come down to 24–26 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature may fall to around 10–9 degrees Celsius.
Weather expected in the next 24 hours
Over the next day, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may receive light to moderate rain, with a few places getting heavy rainfall. Light to moderate rain, along with isolated heavy showers, is also likely in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Lakshadweep. Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram may see light rain at scattered locations.
Where strong winds are expected
In many parts of the Andaman Sea and the nearby southeast Bay of Bengal, winds may blow at 40–50 kmph, and sometimes even reach 60 kmph. In the southern Andaman Sea, wind speeds may go up to 45–55 kmph, with gusts touching 65 kmph. Some island areas may experience thunderstorms with winds around 50–60 kmph.
Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal may see thunderstorms and lightning at a few places. Parts of west Madhya Pradesh may face cold-wave conditions.
From 21 to 24 November, there is a high chance of thunderstorms with lightning in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Mahe. Between 22 and 24 November, strong winds are also expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Rayalaseema.
