Cloud cover pulls down MP day temperatures:2 western disturbances to turn active in 5 days; no rain alert, mild chill likely to continue

Madhya Pradesh witnessed cloudy skies once again on Wednesday under the influence of a western disturbance and a trough system. Cities including Bhopal, Indore and Gwalior remained overcast, leading to a drop in daytime temperatures. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), two western disturbances are likely to become active over the western Himalayan region in the next five days. While no rainfall alert has been issued for the state, cloud cover may persist in several areas. Senior meteorologist Dr. Divya E. Surendran said the current cloudiness is due to the active system. In the coming days, both day and night temperatures are expected to show a gradual rising trend. Another spell of mild cold ahead The weather department said snowfall is continuing in the hills, while several other states are experiencing rain. Once the system passes and snow begins to melt, another shift in weather conditions may occur. A brief drop in temperatures is likely in the coming days, though intense cold is not expected. Night temperatures in most cities are likely to hover between 10°C and 12°C. For the next three to four days, late nights and early mornings will continue to feel chilly. Weather outlook for February 13–14 Kalyanpur records sub-5°C temperature On the intervening night of Tuesday–Wednesday, Kalyanpur in Shahdol recorded a minimum temperature of 4.3°C. Other minimum temperatures recorded: In major cities, the minimum temperature remained above 13°C: February weather trends in MP’s five major cities Bhopal: Cold nights, warm days Bhopal typically experiences chilly nights and warmer days in February. Between 2014 and 2024, daytime temperatures crossed 35°C in four years, while night temperatures fell below 10°C in seven years. This year, daytime temperatures have already crossed 30°C. Indore: Rare February rain Indore rarely sees rainfall in February, except for light drizzles in 2014 and 2015. Day temperatures usually exceed 30°C, touching 35°C in 2019. Night temperatures often dip below 10°C. Gwalior: Severe cold trend Gwalior is known for harsh winters due to direct northern winds. On February 4, 2018, the city recorded a record low of 1.9°C. In 2019, 2022 and 2023, minimum temperatures fell below 3°C. The city also saw rain early this February. Jabalpur: Fluctuating conditions Jabalpur’s weather remains variable. After the second week of February, daytime temperatures usually exceed 30°C, while nights hover around 11°C. The city has a rainfall trend in February, with rain recorded in six of the past ten years. Ujjain: Mix of heat, cold and occasional rain Ujjain experiences a mix of warm days, cool nights and occasional rain. Day temperatures often cross 30°C, while night temperatures can dip below 10°C. However, rainfall in February is relatively rare.