Winter Chill Intensifies in Maharashtra: Pune Records Lower Temperature Than Mahabaleshwar
Winter Chill Intensifies in Maharashtra: Pune Records Lower Temperature Than Mahabaleshwar
Drop in temperatures across the state accompanied by changes in wind patterns; rain forecast for late November.
The winter season’s harshness is becoming evident across Maharashtra, with a notable dip in minimum temperatures over the past two days. Pune, in particular, is feeling the chill, with today’s minimum temperature recorded at 10°C, making it colder than Mahabaleshwar. Punekars are already expressing their discomfort as the city braces for cooler days ahead.
Cyclonic Wind Patterns and Statewide Temperature Trends
Currently, cyclonic wind conditions prevail over Comorin and adjoining areas of the Arabian Sea at 0.9 km above sea level. Similar conditions exist in the southeastern Arabian Sea near Kerala. These systems have contributed to cooler temperatures across the northern parts of the country, where minimum and maximum temperatures have dropped by 1–2°C in most regions.
In the last 24 hours, the lowest temperature in the country was recorded at Ridge (8.1°C), while Pune recorded the lowest in the state at 12.2°C.
Upcoming Weather Changes in Maharashtra
Dr. Anupam Kashyapi, a retired meteorologist, predicts a gradual rise in minimum temperatures in Maharashtra starting November 23, as wind directions shift. Additionally, a low-pressure area forming over the Southeast Bay of Bengal is expected to bring light rainfall to parts of Maharashtra, including Pune, from the afternoon or evening of November 28. These rains could persist for 3–4 days, affecting South and Central Maharashtra.
Outlook for the Next Few Days
• Temperature Trends: A further decrease in temperatures is anticipated in the immediate term, followed by a gradual rise post-November 23.
• Rainfall Forecast: Light rain expected from November 28 in Pune and nearby regions due to the low-pressure system.
With these developments, residents are advised to prepare for colder mornings and potential rain in the coming days.
