The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a comprehensive weather update for November 13, 2024, outlining anticipated heavy rainfall and dense fog over multiple Indian regions due to low-pressure systems and an approaching Western Disturbance. Here’s a detailed overview of the forecast.
Rainfall Alert: Low-Pressure Systems Bringing Heavy Showers
A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, near Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh coasts, is expected to bring heavy rainfall in these regions. Additionally, a cyclonic circulation over the Arabian Sea may enhance showers along the Kerala coast.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Duration |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms |
Till November 16 |
|
Coastal Andhra Pradesh |
Isolated heavy rain |
Till November 14 |
|
Rayalaseema |
Isolated heavy rain |
Till November 14 |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Isolated rain, thunderstorms |
November 13 - 17 |
|
South Interior Karnataka |
Rain likely |
November 13 - 15 |
Western Disturbance
A fresh Western Disturbance is set to affect the Western Himalayan region starting on November 14. Rain and potential snowfall may impact Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, possibly lowering temperatures and affecting travel conditions.
|
Region |
Expected Impact |
Date |
|
Jammu & Kashmir |
Rain and snow |
From November 14 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Rain and snow |
From November 14 |
|
Uttarakhand |
Rain and snow |
From November 14 |
Dense Fog Warning in Northern India
Dense to very dense fog conditions have been reported across Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and West Rajasthan. Foggy conditions are expected to persist, impacting visibility in these areas.
|
Region |
Fog Intensity |
Expected Duration |
|
Punjab |
Dense to very dense fog |
Till November 14 |
|
Haryana |
Dense fog |
Till November 15 |
|
Uttar Pradesh |
Dense fog |
Till November 15 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Dense fog |
Till November 17 |
|
West Rajasthan |
Dense fog |
Until further notice |
Visibility reports from select areas (in meters) are as follows:
|
Location |
Visibility |
|
Sirsa, Haryana |
0 |
|
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh |
0 |
|
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh |
0 |
|
Sundernagar, HP |
50 |
|
Amritsar, Punjab |
200 |
|
Suratgarh, Rajasthan |
200 |
Temperature Trends: Gradual Cooling in East India
Minimum temperatures remain above average in northwest and central India. However, East India is expected to see a drop of 3-4°C in the coming days.
|
Region |
Temperature Trend |
|
Jammu-Kashmir, Haryana |
5-7°C above normal |
|
Punjab, Northwest UP |
5-7°C above normal |
|
East India |
Drop by 3-4°C (over next 4 days) |
|
Ajmer, Rajasthan (Lowest) |
Near normal |
Delhi NCR Forecast: Clear Skies with Smog and Mist
In Delhi NCR, skies are expected to stay clear with occasional smog, mist, and shallow fog. Temperatures remain slightly above seasonal averages.
|
Date |
Weather Condition |
Max Temperature |
Min Temperature |
Wind Speed |
|
November 12 |
Clear sky, smog at night |
30-32°C |
14-19°C |
SW winds, 8-10 kmph |
|
November 13 |
Clear sky, morning mist |
30-32°C |
14-19°C |
NW winds, < 8 kmph |
|
November 14 |
Clear sky, morning fog |
30-32°C |
14-19°C |
Variable, 6-10 kmph |
|
November 15 |
Clear sky, morning fog |
30-32°C |
14-19°C |
NW winds, 10-15 kmph |
Residents in Delhi/NCR are advised to prepare for smog and misty conditions during evenings and nights, with slight improvements in wind speed expected during the afternoons.
