Shimla: Himachal Pradesh is likely to face rains and snowfall in the next few days.
Light to moderate rains and snowfall are likely in some areas between November 12 to 15. Snowfall is likely to occur in high altitude areas while thunderstorms and lightning are likely to be seen in some districts.
Cold mornings and evenings are also likely due to the change in weather. Minimum temperatures in several areas of the state are likely to drop between 2-4 degrees Celsius in the next three to four days.
Snowfall Likely In High Altitude Areas
Isolated areas in high altitude areas could see light rain and snowfall on November 12 and 13.
Similar weather is likely to be seen in one or two places on November 14 and 15. Residents and farmers have been warned to be cautious as thunderstorms and lightning are likely in some districts.
The Meteorological Centre has also issued yellow warnings for Kullu, Kangra, Mandi and Chamba districts on November 12. Thunderstorms with lightning are likely to occur in isolated areas.
Temperatures Likely To Drop
The rains and snowfall are likely to lead to further temperature drops.
Minimum temperatures in several areas could gradually drop between 2-4 degrees Celsius in the next three to four days. Cold weather is likely to be felt in high altitude areas.
The weather department have forecast that there will be rainfall throughout the state up until November 15. After this time it is likely to be mostly dry.
This change in weather is likely to mean more wintry weather in the hill state.