Temperatures are falling again in Madhya Pradesh after a short break from the chill. Several districts are seeing sharp drops at night, while daytime weather keeps shifting from mild sun to cold winds. The Gwalior-Chambal belt feels the strongest impact, and residents there report a clear rise in discomfort during early mornings and late evenings.
Meteorologists point to cloud cover and changing wind flow as the main drivers behind the current pattern. They expect stronger cold in the coming days as the system over southern India clears out.
Cold Gains Strength in Gwalior-Chambal
Seven cities have recorded minimum temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius. Gwalior stands near the front of the list. Morena, Rewa, Datia, Chitrakoot, Khajuraho, Sidhi, and Chhatarpur’s Naugaon are also showing sharp declines. Many places in the western and southern parts of the state, including Ratlam, Narsinghpur, Seoni, Betul, and Narmadapuram, remain in the 15 to 19 degree range at night.
During the day, districts show mixed conditions. Some towns enjoy warm sunlight for a short time, while others report persistent cold even in the afternoon.
Senior weather scientist Dr. Divya E. Surendran says a system in the south is shaping the situation. “A low pressure area is active in the southern part of the country. Due to this, there are clouds in the state,” she says. “This has increased the coolness during the day, while the temperature at night is also fluctuating.”
Why the Cold Is Delayed
Snowfall is steady in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir. Even so, winds from the north are not reaching Madhya Pradesh with the same force. The wind flow keeps turning, which slows the arrival of colder air.
A system over the Bay of Bengal adds another layer. Light clouds from this system keep moving into the state. These clouds trap warmth at night and block the sun during the day, creating uneven temperatures. Night readings in many cities have risen by five to six degrees compared to earlier in the month.
| City | Temperature (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopal | 15.4 | Mild sun, light fog |
| Indore | 15.1 | Clear sky, cool wind |
| Gwalior | 9.3 | Strong cold, dry wind |
| Ujjain | 16.5 | Cloudy sky |
| Jabalpur | 15.2 | Mild sun, mist |
| Naugaon (Chhatarpur) | 7.8 | Dense fog |
| Morena | 8.8 | Strong cold |
| Rewa | 8.9 | Light clouds |
| Datia-Chitrakoot | 9.6 | Cool, dry air |
| Khajuraho | 9.8 | Clear sky |
| Sidhi | 10 | Light fog |
The season has already rewritten several records. Bhopal saw its coldest November in 84 years. Indore crossed a 25-year mark. A cold wave lasted 15 straight days in many parts of the state. In Bhopal, the night temperature touched 5.2 degrees at one point, marking the lowest level on record for the city.
Residents recall that cold usually tightens its grip during the second half of November. This year, snowfall in hill states began early, sending cold winds toward the plains from the first week of the month. The shift brought an early start to winter for Madhya Pradesh.
Fog and Safety Concerns
Fog now appears more often during early mornings and late nights. Traffic police in several districts urge people to slow down and use fog lights. Health workers note a rise in seasonal illnesses. Farmers face mixed conditions as soil moisture differs across regions.
The state has also reported two deaths linked to exposure in recent days. Families in Rewa and Raisen say the victims lost their lives due to the cold. Officials are still reviewing both cases.
Meteorologists expect two more days of fluctuation. After that period, colder winds may return and push the temperature down across central India.
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