Live Weather Updates 09-01-2025: Cold Wave Continues in Rajasthan, Fatehpur Records Lowest at 3°C
IMD has issued Orange Warnings for severe cold day conditions and dense to very dense fog in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, and Punjab, effective until January 10th.
Over the past 24 hours, heavy to very heavy rainfall was recorded in Andaman, with Car Nicobar receiving 14 cm. Cold to severe cold day conditions persisted in East Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. Dense fog was observed in parts of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, with visibility between 50-200 meters. A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to bring a wet spell over Northwest India from January 10-12, along with a forecasted rise in minimum temperatures by 2-4°C in various regions.
Over the past 24 hours, heavy to very heavy rainfall was recorded in Andaman, with Car Nicobar receiving 14 cm. Cold to severe cold day conditions persisted in East Uttar Pradesh and Punjab. Dense fog was observed in parts of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, with visibility between 50-200 meters. A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to bring a wet spell over Northwest India from January 10-12, along with a forecasted rise in minimum temperatures by 2-4°C in various regions.
Rajasthan remains under cold conditions, with Fatehpur in Sikar district recording the lowest temperature at 3°C. Sikar, Karauli, and Sangaria also experienced temperatures around 4°C, while Mount Abu recorded 5°C. Jaipur saw a low of 7.4°C, as most cities reported minimum temperatures below 10°C.
Cold weather conditions continued to persist in Punjab and Haryana on Thursday with Moga being the coldest place as it recorded the minimum temperature of 2.3 degrees Celsius. Fog was observed in some parts of the states early in the morning. In Punjab, Amritsar recorded a low of 4.8 degrees Celsius, according to a meteorological department report. Patiala recorded a low of 4.2 degrees Celsius, three degrees below normal, while Ludhiana, Pathankot, Bathinda, Faridkot and Gurdaspur districts experienced cold weather conditions at 6.2, 3.3, 5, 2.6 and 5 degrees Celsius respectively.
In Haryana, Sonipat recorded a low of 3.1 degrees Celsius. Among other places, Ambala's minimum was 7.6 degrees Celsius. Hisar, Karnal, Narnaul, Rohtak, Bhiwani and Sirsa recorded their respective minimum temperatures of 3.5, 3.5, 4, 5.7, 4.9 and 5 degrees Celsius. Chandigarh, the common capital of the two states, recorded a low of 6.1 degrees Celsius, two notches below normal.
North India is experiencing very dense fog, with zero visibility reported at airports in Amritsar and Pathankot. Other areas, including Patiala and Barabanki, reported minimal visibility of 10 meters, while Meerut and Ludhiana had slightly better conditions with 20 to 30 meters visibility. Visibility in Ambala and Karnal in Haryana was at 40 meters, indicating widespread travel disruptions due to the dense fog cover.
A cold wave has impacted the plains of India, with significant drops in temperature observed in various regions. Safdarjung in Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 4.8°C, 2.1°C below normal, while Palam registered 6.5°C. In Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal experienced a significant drop to 5.0°C, 5.4°C below normal, and Mandla recorded a low of 3.0°C, 5.2°C below normal. Other regions, including Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, also witnessed below-normal temperatures, indicating widespread cold conditions.
A severe cold wave has engulfed Ladakh, with Drass recording the lowest temperature at an icy -24.8°C, followed by Padum at -24.4°C, and Nyoma at -21°C. Other areas like Kargil, Leh, and Diskit also witnessed extreme cold, with temperatures dropping below -12°C. The neighboring region of Jammu and Kashmir is similarly affected, with Pahalgam and Gulmarg experiencing temperatures of -10.4°C and -9.6°C, respectively.
The IMD has issued cold wave warnings for Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir from January 9th to 10th. Dense to very dense fog is expected to persist in parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh until January 10th, with extended warnings for other regions like Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Northeast India.
A cyclonic circulation over the Southeast Bay of Bengal and North Tamil Nadu will bring light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on January 11th and 12th. Kerala and Mahe are forecasted to receive heavy rain on January 12th.
IMD forecasts thunderstorms over Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan on January 11th, with Uttarakhand affected on January 11th and 12th. An isolated hailstorm is also expected in Rajasthan on January 11th.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a severe cold wave in Northwest India from January 10th to 12th due to a fresh Western disturbance and easterly wind interaction. The Western Himalayan region will experience scattered to widespread rainfall and snowfall, while the plains of Northwest and adjoining Central India will see isolated rainfall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a significant depletion of fog cover over major parts of northern India compared to the previous day. However, pockets of dense fog persist in regions like Punjab and Uttar Pradesh. Visibility has dropped to less than 200 meters in several areas, with Amritsar recording the lowest visibility at 0 meters. Northeast India is also experiencing reduced visibility, ranging between 100 to 200 meters. Delhi's Safdarjung reported the lowest temperature at 4.8°C, marking a departure of -2.1°C. Northern parts of the country, including Himachal Pradesh, are under warning for dense to very dense fog and cold to severe cold conditions, along with the possibility of ground frost.
Background
Rajasthan remains under cold conditions, with Fatehpur in Sikar district recording the lowest temperature at 3°C. Sikar, Karauli, and Sangaria also experienced temperatures around 4°C, while Mount Abu recorded 5°C. Jaipur saw a low of 7.4°C, as most cities reported minimum temperatures below 10°C.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Warning for severe cold day conditions in some parts of Uttar Pradesh. These conditions are expected to prevail on the 8th and 9th of January 2025. Residents are advised to stay warm and cautious as temperatures drop significantly.
Dense to Very Dense Fog Across Northern States
Uttar Pradesh Fog Advisory
A dense to very dense fog warning has also been issued for Uttar Pradesh, with visibility expected to drop below 50 meters in some areas during the night and early morning hours till the 10th of January.
Fog Warning for Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi
Similar conditions are anticipated in Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi, where dense to very dense fog is likely to continue through the night and early mornings until January 10th. Commuters are advised to exercise caution while traveling.
Punjab Fog Alert
In Punjab, dense to very dense fog is expected to persist during night and morning hours, impacting visibility significantly until the 10th of January. The IMD advises residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
Weather Patterns and Future Forecasts
Western Disturbance and Cyclonic Circulations
A Western disturbance is currently observed with its axis at 5.8 km above mean sea level. Cyclonic circulations are present over Northeast Assam and the equatorial Indian Ocean, which could influence weather conditions in the coming days.
Temperature Drop and Cold Wave Conditions
Minimum temperatures are expected to drop further in Northwest, Central India, and Maharashtra in the next 24 hours, with a gradual rise by 2 to 3 degrees thereafter. East India may also experience a drop in temperatures by 2 to 4 degrees. Cold wave conditions are likely in isolated pockets of Rajasthan and Haryana, with ground frost expected in parts of Rajasthan.
Rainfall Updates
Light to moderate rain with occasional heavy spells is predicted for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Isolated light rain may occur in Arunachal Pradesh, east Assam, Nagaland, and coastal TN.
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