The onset of northwest winds has ushered in a fresh wave of winter chill across Jharkhand, with Wednesday marking a noticeable dip in mercury levels. Meteorologists predict a further decline of 3-4°C in the coming days, exacerbating the cold snap particularly during early mornings and late evenings.
Fog alerts dominate the weather bulletin, with possibilities of light to moderate haze in several areas. While daytime clearing is on the cards, yellow warnings target Garhwa, Palamu, and Chatra for Thursday, echoing yesterday’s cautions for northwest pockets where dense fog could impair visibility.
Statewide, the last 24 hours logged a top temperature of 30.8°C against a chilly low of 10.3°C. Ranchi experienced a cloudy start with brisk winds, transitioning to partial sun in the afternoon that tempered the cold with subtle warmth.
Detailed temperature logs reveal Ranchi’s 26.3°C max/13.1°C min; Jamshedpur’s 28.7°C/15.0°C; Daltonganj at 29.6°C/13.1°C; Bokaro 28.5°C/13.7°C; Chaibasa’s high 30.8°C/13.2°C low; Khunti 28.1°C/11.5°C; Lohardaga’s cooler 25.5°C/10.4°C; Latehar 21.7°C/11.9°C; and Saraikela 29.1°C/12.9°C.
Health and safety advisories emphasize layering up for vulnerable hours and prudent driving in fog-prone zones. Jharkhand’s residents are adapting to this invigorated cold front, blending daily routines with essential winter precautions amid the shifting seasonal dynamics.