Cold Wave and Dense Fog Expected Across Northern India This Week

The IMD predicts a sharp drop in temperatures and foggy conditions from December 9, with impacts across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for much of northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan, starting December 9.
Temperatures in Delhi are expected to dip to as low as 6°C by December 10, with cold wave conditions persisting until December 14.
Western Uttar Pradesh and parts of Madhya Pradesh are also forecasted to experience a significant temperature drop due to icy winds from the north.
Light rainfall and thunderstorms were observed in Delhi-NCR and parts of Uttar Pradesh on December 8-9, contributing to temporary relief from air pollution.
The air quality in Delhi briefly improved to the 'poor' category after recent rains but is expected to deteriorate again as temperatures fall.