Get ready for colder nights and sudden morning fogs
Odisha is currently experiencing noticeable shifts in its climate patterns, prompting citizens to stay alert. Citizens can expect a distinct change in the atmosphere as nighttime temperatures are projected to drop significantly over the coming days. This shift will bring a familiar winter-like chill back to the region, temporarily replacing the recent mild evenings.
Nighttime mercury to fall sharply
Based on the latest meteorological data, residents must prepare for a steady decline in minimum temperatures. Expect a drop of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius across the state during the next three days. Once this initial cooling phase concludes, night temperatures will stabilize with no drastic changes expected for the remainder of the week.
Looking at recent figures, Jharsuguda recorded the lowest temperature in the plains at a cool 15.3 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the popular hill station of Daringbadi saw the mercury dip to 14.0 degrees Celsius. Conversely, Paralakhemundi baked under the highest maximum temperature, hitting 36.6 degrees Celsius. Twin cities Bhubaneswar and Cuttack recorded daytime highs of 35.8 and 32.4 degrees Celsius respectively, highlighting a sharp contrast between day and night.
Rain and thunderstorms approaching fast
Prepare for wet conditions today, as isolated light to moderate rainfall is highly likely across specific districts. Thunderstorms, accompanied by dangerous lightning strikes and gusty surface winds, pose a significant risk for the next 24 hours. Several areas have already received substantial rain recently. Joshipur in Mayurbhanj recorded a massive 40.4 mm, followed by Champua with 29.4 mm and R.Udayagiri with 28.2 mm.Following this brief but intense spell of stormy weather, dry conditions will completely dominate the forecast from day two all the way through day seven.
Dense fog warnings issued locally
Early morning commuters need to remain highly cautious on the roads tomorrow. Shallow to moderate fog will likely blanket isolated pockets in districts including Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Mayurbhanj, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, Khordha, and Puri. This dense fog warning is valid for the early hours, potentially reducing visibility significantly for drivers. Thankfully, the meteorological department has issued no further severe weather warnings beyond the first day, ensuring a peaceful and dry remainder of the week for the state.
