Maharashtra Weather Alert For December 5: Cold Wave to Continue, IMD Warns of Persistent Chill Across Key Regions

Maharashtra: A fresh weather alert has been issued for Maharashtra as the state continues to reel under intense cold conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that while the cold wave is likely to ease slightly from December 5, the overall chill will persist across many regions, including Central Maharashtra, Marathwada, Vidarbha and North Maharashtra.

The first week of December brought a sharp drop in temperatures to several districts, with single-digit minimum temperatures recorded in parts of North Maharashtra and Marathwada. The IMD had also sounded cold wave warnings for select areas on December 4. Even though a marginal improvement is expected from December 5, residents will continue to experience biting cold in many pockets.

City-wise Weather Forecast for December 5

Mumbai & Thane:

Mumbai will continue to see relatively warmer conditions compared to the rest of the state.

Mumbai: Maximum 34°C | Minimum 20°C

Thane: Maximum 33°C | Minimum 25°C

Clear skies and dry weather are expected across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

Western Maharashtra:

Temperatures have dropped in several districts, bringing noticeable cold even during afternoons.

Pune: Maximum 29°C | Minimum 12°C (clear skies likely)

Kolhapur: Maximum 30°C | Minimum 20°C

Marathwada:

Cold conditions remain severe across the region.

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Maximum 30°C | Minimum 12°C

Nanded & Parbhani: Minimum around 12°C

Dry and clear weather is expected to continue.

North Maharashtra:

This region continues to record the lowest temperatures.

Nashik: Maximum 29°C | Minimum 10°C

The IMD has advised residents to take precautions against falling temperatures.

Vidarbha:

Day temperatures have also dipped, increasing the chill even during afternoon hours.

Nagpur: Maximum 28°C | Minimum 11°C

Amravati: Maximum 29°C | Minimum 12°C

Skies are expected to remain clear and conditions dry.

Health & Agriculture Advisory

Morning hours remain extremely cold, with the IMD warning that temperatures may stay below average over the next few days. Citizens have been advised to wear warm clothing, avoid early morning exposure, and take special care of children and the elderly.

Farmers have also been urged to protect sensitive crops, especially tur (pigeon pea), from the impact of cold stress.

Outlook

While the intensity of the cold wave may reduce slightly from December 5, Maharashtra is not yet out of the grip of winter. The IMD continues to closely monitor the situation and further updates are expected as temperature patterns evolve.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on the Maharashtra weather alert.