North India is experiencing a bizarre weather duality as winter clings on while summer hints emerge. In the national capital Delhi, daytime sunshine brings mild warmth, contrasting sharply with chilly mornings and evenings fueled by icy winds from the hills. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts partly cloudy skies today, with light fog possible in the early hours. As the day progresses, clear skies will dominate, easing the cold. Expect maximum temperatures around 24°C and minimums near 9°C.
Over the next seven days, no major shifts are anticipated in Delhi. Western disturbances won’t directly impact the city, keeping dense fog or cold waves at bay. Temperatures may fluctuate by just 1-2 degrees, maintaining this see-saw pattern.
Uttar Pradesh faces a fog resurgence, with dense blankets expected in Tarai regions on February 10. Districts like Gorakhpur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, and Lakhimpur Kheri are under orange alerts. Moderate fog is forecast for Azamgarh, Mau, and Barabanki. Noida mornings will be hazy, clearing up later, while Lucknow sees intense sunshine with highs up to 26°C.
Bihar and Jharkhand aren’t spared either. Bihar’s minimums could drop 1-3 degrees, intensifying morning and evening chills, though daytime sun offers relief in Patna and other cities. Jharkhand anticipates light morning fog until February 14, with clear days and stable temperatures ahead.
Hill states brace for renewed activity. Himachal Pradesh sees a fresh western disturbance activating on February 9-10, triggering snowfall on high peaks and rain lower down. Kukumseri recorded -13.4°C, with further drops of 2-8 degrees possible. Uttarakhand issues alerts for rain and snow in Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Pithoragarh, and two more districts, disrupting life above 3,000 meters.
Meanwhile, Rajasthan bids farewell to winter early. Most areas exceed 25°C, with Barmer hitting 31°C. Daytime warmth eliminates the need for heavy clothing, and dry conditions persist for the week, signaling an early spring prelude.