A fresh spell of rain, snow, and dense fog is set to impact several parts of India as multiple weather systems, including Western Disturbances and cyclonic circulations, come into play. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rain and snowfall over the Western Himalayas, thunderstorms in Punjab and Haryana, and foggy conditions across northern and eastern states. Meanwhile, parts of South and Northeast India will also witness scattered rainfall. Here’s a detailed weather update for the coming days.
Weather Systems and Forecast
1. Western Disturbances and Rainfall
A Western Disturbance is currently observed as a cyclonic circulation over north Pakistan at lower tropospheric levels. Additionally, an induced cyclonic circulation is present over Haryana and its neighborhood. Another Western Disturbance is expected to affect Northwest India on February 3, 2025.
|
Region |
Expected Weather |
Date |
|
Western Himalayan Region |
Isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall/snowfall |
Till February 1 |
|
Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh |
Isolated light rainfall |
Till February 1 |
|
Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad |
Fairly widespread rainfall/snowfall |
February 4 |
|
Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand |
Isolated to scattered rainfall/snowfall |
February 3 & 5 |
|
Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh |
Light rainfall |
February 3-5 |
|
West Uttar Pradesh & Rajasthan |
Light rainfall |
February 3-4 |
Thunderstorm activity with lightning is expected at isolated places in Punjab and Haryana.
2. Cyclonic Circulations in Northeast India
A cyclonic circulation persists over northeast Assam at lower tropospheric levels. Under its influence:
|
Region |
Expected Weather |
Date |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall |
February 1 - February 2 |
|
Northeast Assam |
Isolated light/moderate rainfall |
February 1 |
|
Nagaland, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim |
Isolated light/moderate rainfall |
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3. Southern Region Weather Impact
A cyclonic circulation over South Kerala and a trough in the easterly over the South Bay of Bengal are influencing the weather in the region. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is expected in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala and Mahe.
Temperature Forecast
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Northwest India: No significant change in minimum temperatures for the next 48 hours, followed by a 2-3°C rise.
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Central & East India and Gujarat: No significant change in minimum temperatures for the next 5 days.
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Maharashtra: No significant change in the next 24 hours, followed by a 2-3°C rise.
Dense Fog Warnings
Dense fog is expected to persist during the night and early morning hours in isolated pockets of:
|
Region |
Fog Expectation |
Duration |
|
West Rajasthan |
Dense Fog |
Till February 1 |
|
Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal & Sikkim, Odisha, Assam & Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram & Tripura |
Dense Fog |
Till February 2 |
|
Bihar |
Dense Fog |
Till February 3 |
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast
Delhi-NCR is set to experience partly cloudy skies, light winds, and varying fog conditions over the next few days. Residents can expect smog, shallow to moderate fog in the mornings, and calm winds with slight variations in speed and direction.
|
Date |
Weather Condition |
Wind Speed |
Fog/Smog |
|
February 1 |
Partly cloudy |
SE, <6 kmph (morning), 8-10 kmph (afternoon) |
Moderate fog in isolated places, smog/mist at night |
|
February 2 |
Mainly clear |
East, <6 kmph (morning), 10-12 kmph (afternoon) |
Moderate fog in isolated places, smog/mist at night |
|
February 3 |
Partly cloudy |
North/Northeast, <4 kmph (morning), 6-8 kmph (afternoon) |
Moderate fog in isolated places, smog/mist at night |
Residents should prepare for rain, snow, thunderstorms, and dense fog in various regions. Travelers must check weather updates, and drivers should exercise caution in foggy areas. Delhi-NCR may experience smog, so limit outdoor exposure. Stay updated with latest advisories.
