Dense fog covered nearly 20 districts across Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday morning, drastically reducing visibility and disrupting normal life. Ambah witnessed the season’s thickest fog on Tuesday night with visibility dropping to almost zero, while Morena and Gwalior recorded visibility of just 50 meters.
The foggy conditions followed four days of hail and rain triggered by a western disturbance and cyclonic activity. On Tuesday, weather patterns changed dramatically across more than 15 districts including Bhopal and Gwalior, with some areas experiencing rainfall while others saw hailstorms.
Western Disturbance Brings Varied Weather
Wednesday morning saw moderate to dense fog enveloping major cities including Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Morena, Bhind, Datia, Sheopur, Shivpuri, and Guna. Districts like Ashok Nagar, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Agar-Malwa, Rajgarh, Vidisha, Raisen, Sagar, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Damoh, Panna, Satna, Rewa, and Mauganj also experienced significant fog cover. Light drizzle was reported in Umaria district’s Chandia area, affecting highway traffic.
In Gwalior, dense fog blanketed the entire city following hailstorms a day earlier. Roads remained eerily silent until 7 am, forcing vehicle drivers to use high beam lights for navigation. The cold continues to trouble residents due to the lingering effects of the western disturbance.
According to meteorologists, while the current season benefits crops, prolonged fog could increase fungal infection risks. The harsh weather has reduced the number of morning walkers, and families face challenges sending children to school.
Temperature Variations Across Districts
Chhatarpur recorded a minimum temperature of 11.6 degrees Celsius, approximately one degree lower than Monday. The sky remained overcast with fog and mist, preventing sunshine until 9:30 am. Humidity reached 98 percent with visibility at just 200 meters.
In Morena, temperatures dropped by one degree with the minimum hovering around 9 degrees and daytime temperatures reaching approximately 23 degrees. Dense fog of this intensity has not been witnessed in February for the past five years in the region.
Indore residents experienced relief as cold effects diminished. Light fog appeared in the morning alongside sunshine, raising temperatures and making the weather more pleasant. Khandwa district enjoyed clear weather for a week with the sun emerging from 6 am and maximum temperatures reaching 31.1 degrees Celsius.
Weather Forecast and Safety Concerns
The Meteorological Department predicts dense fog will continue on February 5 in Gwalior, Morena, Bhind, Datia, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Panna, Satna, Rewa, and Mauganj. Light to moderate fog is expected in Bhopal, Guna, Ashok Nagar, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore, Ujjain, Indore, Rajgarh, Shajapur, and Dewas. No rain alerts have been issued for this period.
A new western disturbance is becoming active in the western Himalayan region from February 5, expected to impact the state again with effects lasting until February 10.
| City | Minimum Temp (ยฐC) | Maximum Temp (ยฐC) | Weather Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chhatarpur | 11.6 | 22-23 | Fog, drizzle |
| Morena | 9 | 23 | Dense fog |
| Khandwa | 12.4 | 31.1 | Clear, sunny |
| Chhindwara | 14 | 29-30 | Stable |
| Ujjain | 14 | 27 | Clear, mild cold |
| Rewa | 14 | – | Dense fog |
| Damoh | 13.6 | – | Light fog |
Drivers in fog-affected areas are being advised to maintain slower speeds due to reduced visibility on highways and roads.Share
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