Nagpur: The Second Capital of Maharashtra experienced its coldest morning of the winter season so far on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 13.5°C. The chilly winds and cloudy skies provided Nagpurians with a taste of winter, as the cold lingered until late morning.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the dip in temperature is attributed to favourable Northerly winds. These winds, originating from the Himalayan region, are carrying cooler air into central India, causing a significant drop in night time temperatures.
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The IMD predicts that Nagpur’s minimum temperatures will hover between 13°C and 15°C for the remainder of November under partially cloudy skies. Private weather forecasters have also hinted that temperatures may fall further, potentially touching 11°C by Friday.
Meteorologists indicate that while early December will likely see minimum temperatures staying above 10°C, single-digit lows are expected in the last week of December and early January, marking the peak of winter.
Nagpur’s maximum temperature on Tuesday was recorded at 30.4°C, with a noticeable chill persisting throughout the day. Other cities in the Vidarbha region also recorded varying temperature patterns:
• Gondia was the coldest in Vidarbha, with a minimum of 13.2°C and a maximum of 29.2°C, the lowest maximum temperature in the region.
• Buldhana recorded a minimum of 15.4°C and a maximum of 29.6°C.
• Amravati, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, and Wardha saw minimum temperatures above 14°C, with daytime temperatures crossing 30°C.
• Bramhapuri was the hottest in Vidarbha on Tuesday, with a maximum of 32.2°C.
Harsh winter ahead
The ongoing shift in weather patterns signals the arrival of a stronger winter season, with colder mornings and cooler days becoming more frequent. Residents are advised to brace for the chill and enjoy the seasonal change responsibly.
