The city of Bhopal is currently in the grip of a severe cold wave, with residents waking up to biting cold mornings and shivering through the nights. Meteorological conditions have led to a sharp and sustained drop in temperatures, significantly below the seasonal average, with forecasts indicating no immediate relief.
Temperature Plummets Significantly Below Normal
Data recorded on Sunday paints a clear picture of the intense chill. The day temperature in Bhopal was registered at 25.6 degrees Celsius, which is notably two degrees below the normal mark for this time of year. However, the real discomfort was felt after sunset. The night temperature plunged to a chilly 7.0 degrees Celsius, a stark five degrees below the expected normal minimum.
Regional Cold Spot: Kalyanpur, Shahdol Feels the Deepest Chill
The cold wave is not uniform across the region, with some areas experiencing even more extreme conditions. In Kalyanpur, Shahdol, the mercury dipped to a bone-chilling 4.3 degrees Celsius, marking it as one of the coldest spots in the vicinity. This significant drop highlights the widespread nature of the current cold spell affecting central India.
No Respite in Sight, Cold Wave Warning Continues
Weather authorities have stated that a respite from the cold weather is unlikely for the next few days. An official warning for a cold wave remains in effect for Bhopal, urging citizens, especially the vulnerable, to take necessary precautions. The persistent dip in minimum temperatures is expected to continue, maintaining the cold wave conditions across the city and neighboring regions.
Residents are advised to layer up adequately, protect themselves from the early morning and late-night cold, and check on the elderly. The unseasonably sharp fall in night temperatures, being five degrees below normal, underscores the intensity of this weather event, disrupting daily life and demanding extra measures for warmth and safety.
