A sharp cold wave has spread across Madhya Pradesh. The state is reeling under a sudden drop in temperature due to cold winds coming from the north. On Monday, the Meteorological Department issued a cold wave alert for 20 districts, including Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, and Jabalpur.
The mercury has dropped below 10°C in several cities. Rajgarh was the coldest, recording a minimum temperature of 7.6°C. Bhopal followed with 8.8°C, and Indore with 7.9°C. Gwalior touched 10.5°C, Ujjain 11°C, and Jabalpur 10.2°C.
According to weather officials, “The snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand has caused strong northerly winds to blow into Madhya Pradesh. This has pulled the temperatures down sharply.”
For three nights in a row, the mercury has stayed below 9°C in both Bhopal and Indore. The cold wave is particularly severe in Bhopal, Rajgarh, Sehore, Indore, and Shajapur. Rewa, Shahdol, and Jabalpur are also feeling the chill.
Record-breaking Nights
Bhopal recorded its coldest November night in 10 years, with a minimum temperature of 8°C. Indore’s 7°C reading marked its coldest November night in 25 years. The all-time record for Indore remains 5.6°C, registered in 1938. Rajgarh stayed the coldest city for the fourth night in a row.
Other cities such as Sehore (8.5°C), Umaria (9.5°C), and Rewa (9.9°C) also reported temperatures below 10°C. Pachmarhi was the only exception, remaining relatively warm at 15°C.
Weather experts say this early cold spell is unusual. “The cold has arrived early this year and may persist for the next few weeks,” a senior official at the IMD said.
The chill is not limited to nights. Daytime temperatures have also fallen below 30°C in many areas. Morning fog is expected to get denser over the next few days.
Forecast for the Next 10 Days in Bhopal
| Date | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10 | 27 | 11 | Hazy sunshine |
| Nov 11 | 27 | 11 | Clear and cool |
| Nov 12 | 27 | 12 | Steady temperatures |
| Nov 13 | 27 | 12 | Light morning fog |
| Nov 14 | 28 | 11 | Cold morning, mild day |
| Nov 15 | 30 | 15 | Slight rise in night temp |
| Nov 16 | 30 | 12 | Cool and dry |
| Nov 17 | 30 | 11 | Nights cold again |
| Nov 18 | 29 | 11 | Clear skies |
| Nov 19 | 30 | 12 | Slightly warmer |
Forecast for the Next 10 Days in Indore
| Date | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10 | 27 | 10 | Cold night, hazy day |
| Nov 11 | 27 | 12 | Pleasant daytime |
| Nov 12 | 27 | 11 | Clear skies |
| Nov 13 | 28 | 11 | Mild afternoon |
| Nov 14 | 28 | 11 | Night chill continues |
| Nov 15 | 29 | 13 | Slightly warmer night |
| Nov 16 | 30 | 10 | Cold morning |
| Nov 17 | 31 | 9 | Coldest night expected |
| Nov 18 | 30 | 10 | Steady conditions |
| Nov 19 | 30 | 10 | Clear skies |
Forecast for the Next 10 Days in Gwalior
| Date | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10 | 28 | 13 | Hazy skies |
| Nov 11 | 28 | 13 | Cool breeze |
| Nov 12 | 28 | 13 | Stable pattern |
| Nov 13 | 28 | 13 | Clear mornings |
| Nov 14 | 28 | 12 | Slight dip at night |
| Nov 15 | 30 | 14 | Warm afternoon |
| Nov 16 | 30 | 11 | Cooler night |
| Nov 17 | 30 | 11 | Steady cold |
| Nov 18 | 29 | 11 | Fog likely |
| Nov 19 | 30 | 12 | Mild rise |
Forecast for Next 10 Days in Jabalpur
| Date | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10 | 26 | 9 | Very cold night |
| Nov 11 | 26 | 9 | Similar trend |
| Nov 12 | 27 | 9 | Clear skies |
| Nov 13 | 27 | 9 | Morning chill |
| Nov 14 | 27 | 9 | Dry and cold |
| Nov 15 | 28 | 14 | Slight relief |
| Nov 16 | 31 | 10 | Sunny afternoon |
| Nov 17 | 30 | 10 | Crisp air |
| Nov 18 | 30 | 10 | Steady pattern |
| Nov 19 | 30 | 11 | Minor rise |
The IMD predicts the cold wave will continue in most northern and central districts for the next few days. The combination of low night temperatures and morning fog will make travel conditions challenging, especially on highways.
Farmers are being advised to protect their crops from frost, and residents are urged to avoid early morning exposure. The chill has arrived early, and this winter could be longer than usual for Madhya Pradesh.
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