Snow and Shivering Christmas Cheer: North India Experiences Road Closures, Train Delays, and Tourist Inflow
North India, particularly himachal pradesh and kashmir, has transformed into a winter wonderland for snow enthusiasts seeking a festive escape. However, this has resulted in traffic issues in hilly tourist areas. Snowfall was noted in Himachal’s Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti, as well as the elevated areas of shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, and Sirmaur districts just before christmas on Tuesday. According to the local Meteorological department, Khadrala received 24 cm of snow, followed by Sangla with 16.5 cm, Shillaro at 15.3 cm, and both Chopal and Jubbal at 15 cm each. Kalpa recorded 14 cm, Nichar 10 cm, shimla 7 cm, Pooh 6 cm, and Jot 5 cm. Kukumseri in Lahaul and Spiti reported the lowest temperature in the state on tuesday, plummeting to minus 6.9 degrees Celsius.
Road closures and increased hotel bookings have marked the tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. As per officials in himachal pradesh, at least 223 roads, including three national highways, were shut due to recent snowfall across various districts. shimla saw the highest number of closures with 145 roads, followed by 25 in Kullu and 20 in Mandi districts. A Hindustan Times report highlighted a rise in hotel occupancy, while four fatalities were reported due to vehicles skidding.
Dense fog enveloped delhi on the christmas morning on Wednesday, with visibility dropping to just 100 meters recorded in Safdurjung and Palam. Several incoming trains to delhi experienced delays. Additionally, the delhi airport issued a notice indicating that flights not compliant with CAT III may be impacted and advised passengers to check with their airlines for updated flight information. On tuesday evening, rain was observed in parts of the national capital. The maximum temperature in delhi was recorded at 20.8 degrees Celsius on tuesday, which is warmer than the typical temperature for this time of year, with cloudy conditions prevailing throughout the day. The morning started off foggy, with a minimum temperature of 9.9 degrees Celsius, which is two degrees higher than the season's average.
Weather conditions in kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">jammu and kashmir revealed fresh snowfall in the higher regions on tuesday, with many areas in the Valley experiencing minimum temperatures significantly below freezing, according to an PTI report citing officials. The drop in temperature resulted in the freezing of water supply lines, and several water bodies had a thin layer of ice covering their surdata-faces. srinagar recorded a low of minus 6.6 degrees Celsius overnight on Monday, while pahalgam saw temperatures dip to minus 7.8 degrees Celsius. Gulmarg's night temperature settled at minus 7.4 degrees Celsius, minus 6.2 degrees in Qazigund, and Konibal, a hamlet in the Pampore region, registered the coldest temperature in the Valley at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological department has forecasted a further decrease in minimum temperatures by two to three degrees in the next few days until december 26. Currently, kashmir is experiencing 'Chillai-Kalan,' regarded as the coldest phase of winter, which commenced on december 21.
In Uttarakhand, stray cows that were freezing in badrinath were relocated to the lower valleys of Chamoli district on tuesday due to heavy snowfall. Since Monday, icy winds have been sweeping across Uttarakhand, with fresh snowfall reported in high-altitude areas like Chamoli and Uttarkashi, while the lower regions received light showers. Apart from badrinath, snow was also recorded in Valley of Flowers National Park, Nanda Devi National Park, and kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, along with villages above Mana and Malari in Niti Valley.
rajasthan Weather
In parts of rajasthan, chilly weather was experienced due to rainfall and the impact of a new western disturbance on Tuesday.
As per the local meteorological office, very light rain fell in certain areas of eastern rajasthan, while light rainfall was noted in western rajasthan over the 24 hours leading up to tuesday morning.
Hanumangarh in Bhadra reported the highest rainfall, with a total of 9 mm, according to the weather department.
Dungarpur recorded the lowest temperature in the state, reaching a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius.
A new western disturbance is expected to be active in the region from december 26 to 27. Its effects will be felt in the Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, and Bharatpur divisions, as well as in the Shekhawati region, according to the meteorological office.
North India, particularly himachal pradesh and kashmir, has transformed into a winter wonderland for snow enthusiasts seeking a festive escape. However, this has resulted in traffic issues in hilly tourist areas. Snowfall was noted in Himachal’s Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti, as well as the elevated areas of shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, and Sirmaur districts just before christmas on Tuesday. According to the local Meteorological department, Khadrala received 24 cm of snow, followed by Sangla with 16.5 cm, Shillaro at 15.3 cm, and both Chopal and Jubbal at 15 cm each. Kalpa recorded 14 cm, Nichar 10 cm, shimla 7 cm, Pooh 6 cm, and Jot 5 cm. Kukumseri in Lahaul and Spiti reported the lowest temperature in the state on tuesday, plummeting to minus 6.9 degrees Celsius.
Road closures and increased hotel bookings have marked the tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. As per officials in himachal pradesh, at least 223 roads, including three national highways, were shut due to recent snowfall across various districts. shimla saw the highest number of closures with 145 roads, followed by 25 in Kullu and 20 in Mandi districts. A Hindustan Times report highlighted a rise in hotel occupancy, while four fatalities were reported due to vehicles skidding.
Dense fog enveloped delhi on the christmas morning on Wednesday, with visibility dropping to just 100 meters recorded in Safdurjung and Palam. Several incoming trains to delhi experienced delays. Additionally, the delhi airport issued a notice indicating that flights not compliant with CAT III may be impacted and advised passengers to check with their airlines for updated flight information. On tuesday evening, rain was observed in parts of the national capital. The maximum temperature in delhi was recorded at 20.8 degrees Celsius on tuesday, which is warmer than the typical temperature for this time of year, with cloudy conditions prevailing throughout the day. The morning started off foggy, with a minimum temperature of 9.9 degrees Celsius, which is two degrees higher than the season's average.
Weather conditions in kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">jammu and kashmir revealed fresh snowfall in the higher regions on tuesday, with many areas in the Valley experiencing minimum temperatures significantly below freezing, according to an PTI report citing officials. The drop in temperature resulted in the freezing of water supply lines, and several water bodies had a thin layer of ice covering their surdata-faces. srinagar recorded a low of minus 6.6 degrees Celsius overnight on Monday, while pahalgam saw temperatures dip to minus 7.8 degrees Celsius. Gulmarg's night temperature settled at minus 7.4 degrees Celsius, minus 6.2 degrees in Qazigund, and Konibal, a hamlet in the Pampore region, registered the coldest temperature in the Valley at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological department has forecasted a further decrease in minimum temperatures by two to three degrees in the next few days until december 26. Currently, kashmir is experiencing 'Chillai-Kalan,' regarded as the coldest phase of winter, which commenced on december 21.
In Uttarakhand, stray cows that were freezing in badrinath were relocated to the lower valleys of Chamoli district on tuesday due to heavy snowfall. Since Monday, icy winds have been sweeping across Uttarakhand, with fresh snowfall reported in high-altitude areas like Chamoli and Uttarkashi, while the lower regions received light showers. Apart from badrinath, snow was also recorded in Valley of Flowers National Park, Nanda Devi National Park, and kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, along with villages above Mana and Malari in Niti Valley.
rajasthan Weather
In parts of rajasthan, chilly weather was experienced due to rainfall and the impact of a new western disturbance on Tuesday.
As per the local meteorological office, very light rain fell in certain areas of eastern rajasthan, while light rainfall was noted in western rajasthan over the 24 hours leading up to tuesday morning.
Hanumangarh in Bhadra reported the highest rainfall, with a total of 9 mm, according to the weather department.
Dungarpur recorded the lowest temperature in the state, reaching a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius.
A new western disturbance is expected to be active in the region from december 26 to 27. Its effects will be felt in the Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, and Bharatpur divisions, as well as in the Shekhawati region, according to the meteorological office.
North India, particularly himachal pradesh and kashmir, has transformed into a winter wonderland for snow enthusiasts seeking a festive escape. However, this has resulted in traffic issues in hilly tourist areas. Snowfall was noted in Himachal’s Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti, as well as the elevated areas of shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, and Sirmaur districts just before christmas on Tuesday. According to the local Meteorological department, Khadrala received 24 cm of snow, followed by Sangla with 16.5 cm, Shillaro at 15.3 cm, and both Chopal and Jubbal at 15 cm each. Kalpa recorded 14 cm, Nichar 10 cm, shimla 7 cm, Pooh 6 cm, and Jot 5 cm. Kukumseri in Lahaul and Spiti reported the lowest temperature in the state on tuesday, plummeting to minus 6.9 degrees Celsius.
Road closures and increased hotel bookings have marked the tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. As per officials in himachal pradesh, at least 223 roads, including three national highways, were shut due to recent snowfall across various districts. shimla saw the highest number of closures with 145 roads, followed by 25 in Kullu and 20 in Mandi districts. A Hindustan Times report highlighted a rise in hotel occupancy, while four fatalities were reported due to vehicles skidding.
Dense fog enveloped delhi on the christmas morning on Wednesday, with visibility dropping to just 100 meters recorded in Safdurjung and Palam. Several incoming trains to delhi experienced delays. Additionally, the delhi airport issued a notice indicating that flights not compliant with CAT III may be impacted and advised passengers to check with their airlines for updated flight information. On tuesday evening, rain was observed in parts of the national capital. The maximum temperature in delhi was recorded at 20.8 degrees Celsius on tuesday, which is warmer than the typical temperature for this time of year, with cloudy conditions prevailing throughout the day. The morning started off foggy, with a minimum temperature of 9.9 degrees Celsius, which is two degrees higher than the season's average.
Weather conditions in kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">jammu and kashmir revealed fresh snowfall in the higher regions on tuesday, with many areas in the Valley experiencing minimum temperatures significantly below freezing, according to an PTI report citing officials. The drop in temperature resulted in the freezing of water supply lines, and several water bodies had a thin layer of ice covering their surdata-faces. srinagar recorded a low of minus 6.6 degrees Celsius overnight on Monday, while pahalgam saw temperatures dip to minus 7.8 degrees Celsius. Gulmarg's night temperature settled at minus 7.4 degrees Celsius, minus 6.2 degrees in Qazigund, and Konibal, a hamlet in the Pampore region, registered the coldest temperature in the Valley at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological department has forecasted a further decrease in minimum temperatures by two to three degrees in the next few days until december 26. Currently, kashmir is experiencing 'Chillai-Kalan,' regarded as the coldest phase of winter, which commenced on december 21.
In Uttarakhand, stray cows that were freezing in badrinath were relocated to the lower valleys of Chamoli district on tuesday due to heavy snowfall. Since Monday, icy winds have been sweeping across Uttarakhand, with fresh snowfall reported in high-altitude areas like Chamoli and Uttarkashi, while the lower regions received light showers. Apart from badrinath, snow was also recorded in Valley of Flowers National Park, Nanda Devi National Park, and kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, along with villages above Mana and Malari in Niti Valley.
rajasthan Weather
In parts of rajasthan, chilly weather was experienced due to rainfall and the impact of a new western disturbance on Tuesday.
As per the local meteorological office, very light rain fell in certain areas of eastern rajasthan, while light rainfall was noted in western rajasthan over the 24 hours leading up to tuesday morning.
Hanumangarh in Bhadra reported the highest rainfall, with a total of 9 mm, according to the weather department.
Dungarpur recorded the lowest temperature in the state, reaching a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius.
A new western disturbance is expected to be active in the region from december 26 to 27. Its effects will be felt in the Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, and Bharatpur divisions, as well as in the Shekhawati region, according to the meteorological office.
North India, particularly himachal pradesh and kashmir, has transformed into a winter wonderland for snow enthusiasts seeking a festive escape. However, this has resulted in traffic issues in hilly tourist areas. Snowfall was noted in Himachal’s Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti, as well as the elevated areas of shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, and Sirmaur districts just before christmas on Tuesday. According to the local Meteorological department, Khadrala received 24 cm of snow, followed by Sangla with 16.5 cm, Shillaro at 15.3 cm, and both Chopal and Jubbal at 15 cm each. Kalpa recorded 14 cm, Nichar 10 cm, shimla 7 cm, Pooh 6 cm, and Jot 5 cm. Kukumseri in Lahaul and Spiti reported the lowest temperature in the state on tuesday, plummeting to minus 6.9 degrees Celsius.
Road closures and increased hotel bookings have marked the tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. As per officials in himachal pradesh, at least 223 roads, including three national highways, were shut due to recent snowfall across various districts. shimla saw the highest number of closures with 145 roads, followed by 25 in Kullu and 20 in Mandi districts. A Hindustan Times report highlighted a rise in hotel occupancy, while four fatalities were reported due to vehicles skidding.
Dense fog enveloped delhi on the christmas morning on Wednesday, with visibility dropping to just 100 meters recorded in Safdurjung and Palam. Several incoming trains to delhi experienced delays. Additionally, the delhi airport issued a notice indicating that flights not compliant with CAT III may be impacted and advised passengers to check with their airlines for updated flight information. On tuesday evening, rain was observed in parts of the national capital. The maximum temperature in delhi was recorded at 20.8 degrees Celsius on tuesday, which is warmer than the typical temperature for this time of year, with cloudy conditions prevailing throughout the day. The morning started off foggy, with a minimum temperature of 9.9 degrees Celsius, which is two degrees higher than the season's average.
Weather conditions in kashmir - SRINAGAR/JAMMU' target='_blank' title='jammu and kashmir-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">jammu and kashmir revealed fresh snowfall in the higher regions on tuesday, with many areas in the Valley experiencing minimum temperatures significantly below freezing, according to an PTI report citing officials. The drop in temperature resulted in the freezing of water supply lines, and several water bodies had a thin layer of ice covering their surdata-faces. srinagar recorded a low of minus 6.6 degrees Celsius overnight on Monday, while pahalgam saw temperatures dip to minus 7.8 degrees Celsius. Gulmarg's night temperature settled at minus 7.4 degrees Celsius, minus 6.2 degrees in Qazigund, and Konibal, a hamlet in the Pampore region, registered the coldest temperature in the Valley at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological department has forecasted a further decrease in minimum temperatures by two to three degrees in the next few days until december 26. Currently, kashmir is experiencing 'Chillai-Kalan,' regarded as the coldest phase of winter, which commenced on december 21.
In Uttarakhand, stray cows that were freezing in badrinath were relocated to the lower valleys of Chamoli district on tuesday due to heavy snowfall. Since Monday, icy winds have been sweeping across Uttarakhand, with fresh snowfall reported in high-altitude areas like Chamoli and Uttarkashi, while the lower regions received light showers. Apart from badrinath, snow was also recorded in Valley of Flowers National Park, Nanda Devi National Park, and kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary, along with villages above Mana and Malari in Niti Valley.
rajasthan Weather
In parts of rajasthan, chilly weather was experienced due to rainfall and the impact of a new western disturbance on Tuesday.
As per the local meteorological office, very light rain fell in certain areas of eastern rajasthan, while light rainfall was noted in western rajasthan over the 24 hours leading up to tuesday morning.
Hanumangarh in Bhadra reported the highest rainfall, with a total of 9 mm, according to the weather department.
Dungarpur recorded the lowest temperature in the state, reaching a minimum of 5 degrees Celsius.
A new western disturbance is expected to be active in the region from december 26 to 27. Its effects will be felt in the Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, and Bharatpur divisions, as well as in the Shekhawati region, according to the meteorological office.