What Frost in Ooty and Cold Nights in Chennai Tell Us About India’s Winter |
Imagine waking up to sparkling frost on your balcony grass, or seeing people in South India pulling out sweaters because it dipped below 20°C — something rare for the city’s winter!
In the hill town of Ooty, usually known for its misty mornings and cool breezes, winter has arrived with frost blanketing gardens, lawns, and open fields, delighting tourists and locals alike. On some mornings, the ground wears a shiny white coat that feels almost magical.
In the Indo-Gangetic plains (Delhi, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh), and the valleys of Kashmir, nights have grown dramatically colder, with temperatures in many places dipping well below freezing, even as low as minus 4°C to minus 6°C in parts of the Valley.
Down South in Chennai, a city more familiar with humidity than hoodies, surprised residents with unusually cool nights. Temperatures dipped below what the city typically experiences in December, prompting many to pull out light sweaters earlier than usual.
Along with Chennai, Bengaluru is also experiencing dense fog and chilly dawns, with visibility dropping dramatically at times as cold air settles near the ground.
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Further in the Northeast, on the outskirts........