Archive · 4 Jan 2026
Cold Wave and Fog Grip North India
Many places in North India, like Delhi and nearby states, are very cold and foggy.
The fog is so thick that it's hard to see, and the air quality is not good.
The weather people say it will stay this way for a few more days.
They have warned people to be careful, especially when traveling.
The cold is expected to get worse, and some places might even have snow.
People are advised to stay inside as much as possible, especially those who have breathing problems.
Dense fog and a cold wave are affecting North India, with Delhi experiencing poor air quality and reduced visibility.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for dense fog in Delhi and Himachal Pradesh.
Temperatures in Delhi are expected to range between 6-8°C (minimum) and 18°C (maximum), with foggy conditions persisting.
The cold wave is likely to affect isolated areas of Delhi, Haryana, and other northern states until January 7.
Residents, particularly children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, are advised to limit outdoor activities due to poor air quality.
- Who
- Residents of North India, particularly Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, Bihar, and Uttarakhand
- What
- A cold wave and dense fog affecting daily life and air quality
- When
- Currently, with intensification expected until January 7
- Where
- North India, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, Bihar, and Uttarakhand
- Why
- Due to specific wind patterns, meteorological conditions, and a drop in temperatures
- Regions Affected
- North India, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, Bihar, and Uttarakhand
- Temperature Range
- 6-8°C (minimum), 18°C (maximum in Delhi)
- Weather Forecast
- Dense fog, cold wave, and poor air quality
- Wind Patterns
- Northeast and east winds in Andhra Pradesh; east and southeast winds in Telangana
- Duration of Cold Snap
- Expected to intensify and persist until January 7
- Air Quality Index (AQI)
- 235 (Poor to Very Poor)
- Alerts Issued
- Yellow alert for dense fog in Delhi and Himachal Pradesh
