Cyclonic circulations bring clouds and fog across Madhya Pradesh:Relief from severe cold likely for 2 days, drizzle and light rain possible later this month

Two cyclonic circulations passing near Madhya Pradesh are influencing the state’s weather, leading to cloudy conditions across several districts, particularly in the eastern region. On Sunday, districts including Bhopal and Narmadapuram remained under cloud cover. According to the Meteorological Department, there will be relief from intense cold over the next two days, after which there is a possibility of drizzle. Morning fog is also expected to continue. Fog observed across several districts On Monday morning, moderate fog prevailed in Gwalior, Bhind, Datia, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Panna, and Satna. Light fog was reported in more than a dozen districts, including Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain. Alongside fog, a drop in minimum temperatures has also been observed in several areas. Weather system behind the change According to the Meteorological Department, many districts are experiencing cloudy conditions due to the influence of two cyclonic circulations passing over the upper parts of the state. As a result, there was a noticeable increase in daytime temperatures on Sunday. Meanwhile, a Western Disturbance is currently active over Pakistan. Two more Western Disturbances are likely to affect northwest India from the nights of January 19 and January 21. Their impact may also be felt in Madhya Pradesh. As a result, light rainfall is possible at some locations in the state after January 22–23. Shahdol’s Kalyanpur coldest in the state Shahdol’s Kalyanpur recorded the lowest temperature in the state. The minimum temperature here dropped to 3.7 degrees Celsius, recorded on the night between Saturday and Sunday. Other low temperatures recorded include 5.8 degrees in Khajuraho, 6 degrees in Naogaon and Umaria, 6.4 degrees in Rewa, 6.8 degrees in Pachmarhi, 7.2 degrees in Mandla, and 7.6 degrees Celsius in Malajkhand. In all five major cities, minimum temperatures remained above 10 degrees. Bhopal recorded 11 degrees, Indore 12 degrees, Gwalior 10 degrees, Ujjain 13 degrees, and Jabalpur 10.5 degrees Celsius. Severe cold spell this winter This winter has been particularly harsh in Madhya Pradesh. November witnessed the coldest conditions in 84 years, while December broke a 25-year record. January is also experiencing similar severity. Due to this prolonged cold spell, Bhopal’s 10-year cold record has been broken. Experts note that the state has already witnessed sub-zero temperatures in January. Along with intense cold and dense fog, cold wave conditions are continuing. Why January experience extreme cold? According to the Meteorological Department, just as July and August are the most significant months of the monsoon season, December and January are crucial for severe winter conditions. During this period, cold winds from North India frequently reach the state, leading to a sharp fall in temperatures. Data from the past 10 years shows a similar pattern. The activation of Western Disturbances often results in winter rainfall, locally known as Mawatha, during January. Last year, several districts received rain, and this year too, cloud cover appeared on the very first day of January.