Dehradun: Fog enveloped the plains of Uttarakhand, including Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar. Light haze also covered the plains of Dehradun, Nainital, Bageshwar, Champawat, and Pauri. Visibility in Haldwani dropped to less than 50 meters. Frost has fallen in the mountains, increasing the cold in the mornings and evenings.
Badrinath Records Severe Cold at -16°C
Meanwhile, due to the lack of snowfall in the mountains, a dry cold wave is sweeping across the state. The temperature in Badrinath has dropped to -16°C. Winter is now making its presence felt in full force. While the weather may appear calm from the mountains to the plains, the chill and fog in the mornings and evenings have made people wary.
IMD Predicts Dry Weather Across Uttarakhand
According to the Meteorological Center, Dehradun, the weather will remain dry in all districts of the state for the time being, meaning there is relief from rain or snowfall. However, amidst this relief, the Meteorological Department has issued a warning for Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar. Dense fog is possible in some areas, which could significantly reduce visibility.
People travelling on highways and main roads, especially in the morning, need to be extra cautious.
Relief during the day, chills at night
The capital, Dehradun, experienced a mild daytime warmth. The maximum temperature here was 24.5 degrees Celsius, slightly above normal, while the minimum dropped to 8.8 degrees. Pantnagar recorded a low of 5.1 degrees Celsius, a clear sign that the cold nights are about to get longer.
The weather remained clear in the hilly areas of Mukteshwar and New Tehri, but the effect of cold remained.
How will the weather be in Dehradun today?
According to the Meteorological Department, the sky will be mostly clear in Dehradun today, Tuesday. A slight fog is possible in the morning. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 25 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature is expected to be around 7 degrees Celsius. Due to the fog, drivers have been advised to use fog lights, slow down, and maintain a safe distance. It’s important for the elderly and children to take precautions against the cold. The weather in Uttarakhand is currently calm, but this silent increase in cold and fog could disrupt daily routine in the coming days. Therefore, it’s wise to keep an eye on every weather update.