Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR, more showers predicted for the day
March 03, 2024 7:21 ISTThere was a sudden change in weather on Saturday with the national capital and neighbouring areas receiving light rainfall followed by strong winds.
There was a sudden change in weather on Saturday with the national capital and neighbouring areas receiving light rainfall followed by strong winds.
Schools have been shut for the next amid the ongoing alert. The schools were scheduled to reopen on March 1 after the three-month-long winter vacation.
The weather department predicted the Western Disturbance to last till February 22. Punjab, Haryana and parts of Rajasthan are also expected to receive rainfall under the influence of the Western Disturbance.
Delhi's temperature in February ranges from approximately 10.6°C to 23.5°C, with nearly 11 hours of sunlight daily. The cool breeze and low humidity levels create a comfortable atmosphere for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
The lowest precipitation in the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir was recorded in January 2018 when only 1.2 mm of rainfall or snow took place.
The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 20 degrees Celsius, it said, adding that the humidity recorded at 95 percent at 8.30 am.
Light showers lashed the national capital on Sunday with predictions of gloomy skies in the day. Meanwhile, flight operations at the IGI airport were disrupted due to poor visibility.
Braving the cold weather, people were seen sitting near the fire in the New Delhi Railway Station area to protect themselves from the biting climate.
A study by IISER Mohali attributed the prevailing cold wave in North India to the infiltration of cold, dry air from the Siberian high. The Siberian High, accumulating from November to February, contributed to severe cold wave conditions, according to the Weather and Climate Extremes journal.
This might end the prolonged dry spell as from tonight fresh western disturbance is entering the state. The Meteorological Department has predicted snowfall in the high-altitude areas of the state and snowfall in the plains.
North India regions have been witnessing dense fog and cold wave conditions for the last few days. The minimum temperature in some regions has been recorded between 2-5 degrees celsius.
Delhi faces its coldest spell of the winter with a minimum temperature of 3.5 degrees Celsius, marking the season's lowest. The Central Pollution Control Board records a 'severe' Air Quality Index (AQI) at 447, accompanied by dense fog, the longest this season.
The severe cold in Delhi has compounded the challenges faced by the general public. The entire city is covered in dense fog, leading people to drive their vehicles at speeds of 10-20 km/h on the roads. Apart from the thick fog, nothing else is visible along the roadways.
Delhi weather update: As the cold weather persists, Delhi Minister Atishi announced the closure of schools for Nursery to Class 5 students for the next 5 days until January 12. The city's skyline remained grey, reflecting the prevailing cold conditions.
Delhi and nearby regions have been witnessing severe cold for the last few days. The situation was none different today as the region woke up to dense fog this morning.
Delhi Weather Today: North India has been reeling under severe cold wave conditions for some days and will continue to witness the same for some more. Delhi woke up to another foggy morning with low visibility.
The weather department has issued a dense fog warning for Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh during the late and early hours until December 31. In an advisory for dense fog, the IMD has asked drivers to use fog lights and travellers to stay updated on the schedules of airlines and railways.
Northern India did not witness any respite from the cold wave conditions as the region, including Delhi-NCR, woke up to dense fog on Thursday.
Tamil Nadu rain update: Water levels rising above four feet in Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli have turned bus termini into large swimming pools, affecting parked vehicles. Despite a temporary respite in some areas, dam water releases contribute to persistent waterlogging.
Weather update: The IMD also predicted that below-normal cold wave days are expected over most parts of northwest, central, east, and northeast India during the winter season.
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