Chandigarh: Punjab and Chandigarh are likely to receive light rainfall in isolated areas on November 12 and 13, even as dry conditions are expected to continue on Tuesday, November 10. The forecast suggests that the brief spell of rain will be followed by another period of dry weather, with no major change in temperatures expected over the next five days.
Despite November entering its second week, daytime conditions remain relatively warm across the region. Bathinda recorded the highest maximum temperature in Punjab at 32.4°C. The state’s average maximum temperature registered a slight decline of 0.1°C and remained close to the seasonal average.
Night-time temperatures, however, continue to stay considerably above normal. The average minimum temperature increased by 0.5°C and was recorded 3.2°C higher than the usual level for this time of year. The lowest minimum of 12.2°C was reported at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Pathankot.
Fog likely during early mornings and nights
The Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate fog in parts of Punjab during the night and morning hours over the next three days. Residents may experience reduced visibility during these periods.
According to the weather department, a cyclonic circulation is present over northern Haryana and neighbouring areas at an altitude of 3.1 km above sea level. Another circulation is active over northwestern Rajasthan and adjoining regions at around 0.9 km.
A fresh Western Disturbance is also expected to influence the northwestern Himalayan region from Tuesday, potentially bringing light rain to parts of Punjab later in the week.
Minimum temperatures show mixed movement
The latest readings indicate variations in night temperatures across the region. Ludhiana recorded a minimum of 13.4°C, down 1.2 degrees from the previous day. Chandigarh registered 14.6°C, while Patiala recorded 14.2°C.
Amritsar and Bathinda reported minimum temperatures of 15°C and 15.4°C, respectively. Compared with the previous day, Chandigarh’s night temperature rose by 1°C, while Patiala recorded an increase of 0.6°C.
No rainfall was reported anywhere in Punjab during the preceding 24 hours. The forecast indicates that temperatures are unlikely to undergo any significant change in the coming five days, suggesting that a noticeable spell of winter chill may take more time to arrive.
