Cold winds are set to sweep across Madhya Pradesh this week. The Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and thunderstorms in several districts over the next two days, followed by a sharp dip in night temperatures.
Cold Nights Ahead in MP
Dr. Divya E. Surendran, Senior Scientist at the Meteorological Department, said, “A cyclonic circulation is active in western Madhya Pradesh. Its effect will bring drizzle and cloudy weather for two days before the skies clear from November 6.”
She added that northern winds will start lowering the night temperature by two to three degrees, although daytime temperatures will continue to hover above 30 degrees Celsius.
Many parts of the state, including Bhopal, Jabalpur, and Guna, will see light rainfall. Districts such as Raisen, Sehore, Shajapur, Dewas, Sagar, Mandla, and Betul are also likely to get brief showers. Other areas will stay dry and sunny.
After November 6, the weather is expected to turn colder, particularly at night. Meteorologists predict that the cold will intensify from mid-November, especially in Gwalior and Chambal regions, where temperatures can fall sharply due to direct northern winds.
On Monday, the mercury crossed 30 degrees Celsius in several districts, including Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Narmadapuram, Ratlam, and Rewa. The lowest night temperatures were recorded in Shivpuri (15°C), Rajgarh (15.4°C), and Guna (16.6°C).
City wise Temperature
| City | Temperature (°C) | Forecast |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopal | 30.5 | Drizzle, cloudy |
| Jabalpur | 31.2 | Light rain |
| Indore | 30.8 | Clear after drizzle |
| Guna | 16.6 (min) | Drizzle, cloudy |
| Rajgarh | 15.4 (min) | Drizzle |
| Shivpuri | 15.0 (min) | Cool, partly cloudy |
| Rewa | 30.3 | Sunny, dry |
| Sagar | 29.9 | Light rain possible |
| Ujjain | 30.1 | Clear, dry |
| Gwalior | 31.0 | Clear, windy |
October brought unusual rainfall to the state. The Meteorological Department confirmed that Madhya Pradesh received 121 percent more rain than normal last month. An average of 2.8 inches of rain was recorded, compared to the usual 1.3 inches.
Indore saw 3.4 inches of rainfall in October, the second-highest in a decade. Sheopur district topped the chart with 6.52 inches. Experts say the strong monsoon has raised groundwater levels and secured irrigation for the winter crop season.
“Good rainfall has ensured enough water for both drinking and farming,” said Dr. Surendran.
With clear skies ahead and cold winds moving in, residents across Madhya Pradesh can expect crisp mornings and chilly nights from next week onward. Warm clothing will soon be a daily need.
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