Cold conditions in Madhya Pradesh are set to tighten again. The shift will begin after two days, even as many cities see a brief rise in night temperatures due to cloud cover. Bhopal, Indore and Ujjain are under a grey sky, yet the air holds a sharp chill. Meteorologist Arun Sharma said, “There are clouds in the state, but there is no forecast of rain.”
Snowfall is active in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Even with this activity, the state is not receiving the usual northern winds. The wind pattern has shifted, blocking the cold flow that normally drops temperatures across the plains. At the same time, a low pressure area in the Bay of Bengal is sending light clouds over Madhya Pradesh. This has cooled the daytime air, while nights have become slightly warmer, rising by five to six degrees in many places.
Cold to Intensify Again in MP
City readings show a wide gap between regions. Bhopal stayed at 15.4 degrees Celsius on Monday and Tuesday. Indore touched 16.8 degrees. Gwalior was much colder at 10 degrees. Ujjain reached 16.7 degrees and Jabalpur 15 degrees. Several northern districts stayed below 10 degrees. Naugaon recorded 8 degrees, Rewa 8.9 degrees, Morena 9.4 degrees, Khajuraho 9.6 degrees, Chitrakoot 9.7 degrees and Datia 9.9 degrees. Daytime weather stayed cool in many cities, with maximum readings near 25 degrees.
The season started early this year. Cold winds entered Madhya Pradesh from November 6. People felt a stronger chill than usual for this time of year. The first half of November rarely brings a long cold wave, but early snowfall in the Himalayan region pushed icy air toward the plains. This triggered a stretch of 15 days in Bhopal when conditions remained cold without a break. Records show that this was the longest such run since 1931. The city also saw its night temperature fall to 5.2 degrees, setting a new low.
Indore saw similar shifts. Data shows that it broke a 25-year mark for low temperatures in November. Many districts reported cold mornings, fog and low visibility. The pattern paused during the last week of the month as clouds entered from the east. The change in wind direction acted like a shield, stopping northern winds from moving deeper into the state. This change brought a short relief, though the morning air stayed crisp.
Poor visibility in early hours
Fog remains a concern on highways and city roads. Drivers face poor visibility in the early hours. Weather experts suggest slow driving and the use of fog lights. Health workers report more cases of cough, cold and fever in clinics. People are covering their heads, necks and hands to stay warm. Doctors ask people to seek help if flu symptoms persist. Fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C are helping people fight the chill.
Farmers are watching the sky closely. Many fields have enough moisture for wheat, gram and mustard-pea sowing. Where sowing is complete, farmers are checking fields with the help of local scientists. Officers are urging growers not to burn crop residue.
The rising cold has already taken two lives. Police found the body of a man at the hospital intersection in Rewa. A similar case was reported in Raisen. Families claim cold exposure, though officials have not confirmed the cause.
The current spell is expected to stay steady for the next four days. Night temperatures may fall slightly, by two to three degrees. A stronger cold phase may start in the first week of December.
Key city temperatures and forecasts
| City | Temperature (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopal | 15.4 | Cloudy sky, mild chill |
| Indore | 16.8 | Cloudy sky, light chill |
| Ujjain | 16.7 | Cloudy sky, cool nights |
| Gwalior | 10 | Cool and dry |
| Jabalpur | 15 | Cool days, fog in morning |
| Naugaon | 8 | Cold nights |
| Rewa | 8.9 | Cold nights |
| Morena | 9.4 | Cold nights |
| Khajuraho | 9.6 | Cool and clear |
| Chitrakoot | 9.7 | Cool nights |
| Datia | 9.9 | Cool nights |
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