The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted dense fog in northern India, heavy rain in parts of the south, and a gradual dip in temperatures in the northwest on November 18, 2024. While smog continues to affect Delhi, southern states brace for thunderstorms and isolated heavy rainfall. Here’s what to expect.
Cyclonic Activity in the Arabian Sea
A cyclonic circulation over the Maldives and a trough extending to the southeast Arabian Sea are driving weather changes, particularly in South India. Squally winds are expected in the southeast Arabian Sea and surrounding areas.
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Affected Area |
Wind Speed Forecast |
Conditions |
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Southeast Arabian Sea |
30-40 km/h |
Thunderstorm & lightning |
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Lakshadweep & Andaman Sea |
30-40 km/h |
Squally winds |
Rainfall Forecast for Southern India
The southern states are expected to experience wet conditions due to the influence of a cyclonic circulation over the Maldives and a trough extending into the southeast Arabian Sea.
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Rainfall Areas: Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala, and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
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Thunderstorm Risk: Accompanied by isolated lightning and winds of 30-40 km/h in coastal regions.
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Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Date |
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Tamil Nadu & Puducherry |
Light to moderate; isolated heavy rain |
November 18 |
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Kerala & Mahe |
Light to moderate |
November 18 |
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
Moderate rain throughout the week |
Ongoing |
Farmers and residents in these regions should prepare for rainfall and potential disruptions.
Dense Fog to Persist in Northern Plains
Dense to very dense fog conditions are expected during the late-night and early morning hours across the northern plains. These conditions will affect visibility in several regions.
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Regions Affected: Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, North Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar.
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Duration: November 17 night through November 18 morning.
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State/Region |
Reported Visibility (Meters) |
Forecast for Nov 18 |
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Punjab (Amritsar, Patiala) |
0 meters |
Dense fog expected |
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Haryana (Chandigarh, Nahan) |
0 meters |
Dense fog |
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Uttar Pradesh (Gorakhpur) |
0 meters |
Moderate to dense fog |
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Bihar (Supaul) |
0 meters |
Dense fog |
Residents are advised to exercise caution during travel due to reduced visibility.
Temperature Update: Significant Drops Ahead
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Northwest India: Minimum temperatures are likely to fall by 2-3°C over the next five days, leading to cooler conditions.
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Central and East India: Stable conditions for the next few days, followed by a slight dip.
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Delhi/NCR: Minimum temperatures are hovering between 12-17°C, which is 4°C above normal.
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Region |
Current Trend |
Forecast |
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Northwest India |
No significant change last 24 hrs |
Gradual fall by 2-3°C over 5 days |
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Central India |
Near normal |
Fall by 2-3°C after November 20 |
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East India |
Near normal |
Stable through November 20 |
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Maharashtra Region |
Above normal by 2-4°C |
Gradual fall by 2-4°C over 5 days |
Delhi/NCR Weather: Smog Continues
Residents in Delhi/NCR will continue to face smog and shallow fog during the evening and early morning hours. Visibility may remain low, especially around airports.
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Parameter |
Nov 18 Prediction |
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Maximum Temperature |
28-30°C |
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Minimum Temperature |
12-17°C |
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Visibility |
Moderate to dense fog in morning |
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Wind Speed |
Less than 6 km/h (morning) |
Smog is expected to persist throughout the day, with better visibility during the afternoon.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and take necessary precautions while traveling or working outdoors.
