New Delhi [India]: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a dip in temperatures in Delhi by 1–2 degrees Celsius in the coming days due to changes in wind patterns. Severe cold waves are also expected to persist across Punjab and Madhya Pradesh.
IMD scientist Dr. Soma Sen Roy explained that the prevailing northwesterly winds over Delhi, soon to be replaced by southeasterly winds, are driving the temperature changes.
“In Delhi, northwesterly winds are blowing, and southeasterly winds will soon take over in North India. There is a possibility of a 1–2 degree Celsius drop in temperature in Delhi. Severe cold waves have been recorded in Punjab and Madhya Pradesh,” she told media.
Dr. Roy noted that severe cold wave conditions have already been observed in various parts of North and Central India. The current cold wave is expected to last for another one to two days, followed by a slight rise in temperatures around December 16–17 due to another shift in weather patterns.
“The cold wave will last for one to two days in North and Central India. There is a possibility of an increase in temperature by December 16–17,” she added.
According to IMD data, Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 23 degrees Celsius today, with a minimum temperature of 8 degrees Celsius. Earlier this week, on Thursday, Delhi experienced its coldest morning of the season, with the minimum temperature plunging to 4.5 degrees Celsius.
The IMD advises residents of North and Central India to prepare for colder-than-usual conditions during the cold wave period while anticipating some relief later in the week.