Archive · 15 Nov 2025
Madhya Pradesh Faces Cold Wave Alert Across 21 Districts, Shahdol Records Season's Lowest
It has become very cold in Madhya Pradesh, with many places experiencing a cold wave.
Over 20 districts, including big cities like Bhopal and Indore, are on alert.
The coldest temperature so far this season was recorded in Shahdol at a chilly 7.2 degrees Celsius.
This sudden cold is happening because snow in the mountains is making the winds coming down to the plains very icy.
A weather system near Rajasthan is also pushing these cold winds further south.
The cold weather started a few days ago and is expected to continue for a couple more days before it gets a little warmer around November 17th.
Madhya Pradesh is experiencing a cold wave across 21 districts, with major cities like Bhopal and Indore affected.
Shahdol recorded the season's lowest temperature at 7.2°C on the night of November 14-15.
The cold wave is attributed to intensified cold winds from the Himalayas due to recent snowfall.
A high-pressure system near Rajasthan is directing these cold winds towards central India.
A slight relief from the cold is expected starting November 17th.
- Who
- Residents of Madhya Pradesh, particularly in 21 districts including Bhopal and Indore
- What
- Experiencing a cold wave with significantly dropped temperatures and icy winds, with Shahdol recording the season's lowest temperature.
- When
- Primarily on November 15 and 16, 2025, with conditions persisting for the past week in Bhopal.
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, including Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Sagar, Gwalior, and Jabalpur divisions, and specific districts.
- Why
- Intensified cold winds from the north due to snowfall in Himalayan states and a high-pressure system near Rajasthan.
Meteorological Department Alert
Cold Weather Explanations
Cold Wave Conditions
Meteorological Department Alert
The Meteorological Department has issued a cold wave alert for 21 districts in Madhya Pradesh, including major cities like Indore and Bhopal, for November 15th and 16th. A slight relief is anticipated from November 17th.
Cold Weather Explanations
Cold waves are occurring due to fresh snowfall in Himalayan states intensifying cold winds blowing towards the plains. A high-pressure system near Rajasthan is pushing these cold winds southwards into cities like Bhopal and Indore.
Lowest Temperatures Recorded
Meteorological Department Alert
Shahdol recorded the lowest temperature of the season so far at 7.2°C on Thursday-Friday night. Shivpuri recorded 8°C.
Cold Weather Explanations
While specific low temperatures are noted (e.g., Shahdol at 7.2°C), the explanation focuses on the mechanisms of cold wind movement rather than specific temperature records as the primary point.
- Alerted Districts
- 21 districts including Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Sagar, Gwalior, Jabalpur divisions, Rajgarh, Shajapur, Dewas, Sehore, Shivpuri, Niwari, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Panna, Satna, Rewa, Maihar, Katni, Umaria, Shahdol, Mandla, Dindori, and Anuppur.
- Lowest Temperature Recorded
- 7.2°C in Shahdol (November 14-15 night)
- Other Low Temperatures
- Shivpuri: 8°C; Chhatarpur (Naugaon) and Rajgarh: 8.2°C; Umaria: 8.6°C; Rewa: 8.8°C; Chhindwara and Malajkhand: 9.5°C; Mandla: 9.6°C; Bhopal: 9.6°C; Jabalpur: 9.4°C; Indore: 8.2°C
- Alert Period
- November 15 and 16, with slight relief expected from November 17
- Contributing Factors
- Fresh snowfall in Himalayan states, intensified cold winds, high-pressure system (anti-cyclone) near Rajasthan.
Sources
Tabo records coldest night of season
City Temp Plunges to Single-Digit
Telangana gripped by severe cold wave
Cold snap hits several areas AP and Telangana as temperatures drop
