<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h2 style=”text-align: justify;”>Dense to Very Dense Fog Across Northern States</h2>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Uttar Pradesh Fog Advisory</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Fog Warning for Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Punjab Fog Alert</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h2 style=”text-align: justify;”>Weather Patterns and Future Forecasts</h2>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Western Disturbance and Cyclonic Circulations</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Temperature Drop and Cold Wave Conditions</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>
<h3 style=”text-align: justify;”>Rainfall Updates</h3>
<p style=”text-align: justify;”>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.</p>