Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Cold Wave and Dense Fog Grip India
India is experiencing very cold weather and a lot of fog, especially in the northern and central parts.
The temperature in Delhi might drop to 6°C by December 4.
The fog is so thick that it is causing delays and cancellations in flights.
Cities like Varanasi, Udaipur, Jammu, Visakhapatnam, and Jaisalmer are particularly affected.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that this weather will last for about 5-7 days.
Airlines like IndiGo are taking precautions and advising passengers to check their flight status for the latest updates.
The Uttar Pradesh government has closed schools up to Class 12 till January 5 to protect students from the severe cold.
People are being advised to stay warm and be patient with travel plans.
Dense fog and cold wave conditions are affecting large parts of north, central, and eastern India, disrupting daily life and transport services.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange Warning for several districts, with visibility dropping to as low as 50 meters in many areas.
Cold wave conditions are likely to affect isolated places in Delhi between January 2 and January 5, with temperatures expected to drop further.
Airlines like IndiGo have issued advisories warning of potential flight delays and cancellations due to dense fog and reduced visibility.
Uttar Pradesh government directed the closure of all schools up to Class 12 till January 5 due to the severe cold wave.
- Who
- India Meteorological Department (IMD), Uttar Pradesh government, Airlines, Residents of affected regions
- What
- Forecasted temperature drop, dense fog, and cold wave conditions leading to school closures and flight cancellations
- When
- Next 5-7 days, with specific dates for cold wave conditions and school closures till January 5
- Where
- Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Telangana, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Varanasi, Udaipur, Jammu, Visakhapatnam, Jaisalmer
- Why
- Seasonal weather patterns and atmospheric conditions causing severe cold wave and dense fog
Government Actions
Public Impact
School Closures
Government Actions
Uttar Pradesh government closed schools up to Class 12 till January 5 to protect students from severe cold.
Public Impact
Parents and students face disruptions in education and daily routines due to prolonged school closures.
Night Shelters
Government Actions
Government officials are ensuring blankets and complete arrangements in night shelters to protect people from the cold.
Public Impact
Homeless individuals and those in need rely on these shelters for safety and warmth during extreme weather.
- Temperature Drop
- 2-3°C in next 3 days
- Lowest Temperature
- 6°C forecasted by December 4
- Current Temperature
- 11.2°C at 5:30 AM Friday
- Air Quality Index
- 321
- Fog Conditions
- Dense to very dense fog in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha for 5-7 days
- Cold Wave
- Isolated pockets in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Telangana
- Impact on Flights
- 66 flights cancelled at Delhi airport due to fog and low visibility
- Affected Cities
- Varanasi, Udaipur, Jammu, Visakhapatnam, Jaisalmer
Sources
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