A man, wrapped in a blanket, walks down a road during a cold winter day, in Gurugram, Wednesday. (PTI Photo)
Severe cold weather conditions continued to prevail over northern India, with Rajasthan's Sikar reporting a minimum temperature of 1 degree Celsius on Thursday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
Haryana's Hisar and Amritsar in Punjab followed the lead, and as many as five cities shivered around minimum temperatures hovering at 5 degrees Celsius or below.
Dense to very dense fog continued to envelop most of the cities in the northern plains, throwing normal life out of gear. Trains and flights continued to be affected due to the low visibility, while the bone-chilling weather conditions prompted the authorities to close schools at some places.
Minimum temperature at the ten coldest places in north India today:
1.Sikar, Rajasthan - 1 degrees Celsius
2.Hisar, Haryana - 4 degrees Celsius
3.Amritsar, Punjab - 4.2 degrees Celsius
4.Jaisalmer, Rajasthan; Narnaul, Haryana - 5 degrees Celsius
5.Bikaner, Rajasthan - 5.2 degrees Celsius
6.Churu, Rajasthan - 5.5 degrees Celsius
7.Chandigarh, Haryana - 5.7 degrees Celsius
8.Ludhiana, Punjab - 5.9 degrees Celsius
9.Patiala, Punjab - 6.2 degrees Celsius
10.Ambala, Haryana's - 6.4 degrees Celsius
6.8 degrees in Delhi
The lowest temperature recorded in Delhi was at Ridge weather station at 6.8 degrees Celsius. However, the national capital's primary weather station, Safdarjung, noted a minimum temperature of 7.7 degrees Celsius, the IMD said. "Minimum temperatures are normal or above normal over Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and below normal over Rajasthan," it noted.
Schools closed amid cold wave
The grip of the cold wave has led to schools remaining closed in UP's Prayagraj till January 6. "In view of the outbreak of rain and cold waves in the district, keeping in mind the safety and health of the students, as per the order of the District Magistrate, teaching work will be suspended in the secondary schools of all the boards till January 6," the administration said in an order.
Lucknow and Noida administrations have also issued similar notifications. Haryana has announced its winter break in schools till January 15 while Delhi schools will be closed till January 6 and may be extended depending on the situation, the authorities said.
The weather office has advised the people to take precautionary measures, suggesting there would not be any respite from the intense cold weather conditions any time soon.
FAQs
The coldest place in India is typically considered to be Dras, located in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Dras is often called the “Gateway to Ladakh” and is known for its extremely cold temperatures. During the winters, temperatures can drop as low as minus 45 degrees Celsius (-49 degrees Fahrenheit) in Dras.
What is the coldest city in Rajasthan? ›
Churu Coldest Place In Rajasthan At 1.7 Degrees Celsius. Jaipur: Cold wave conditions prevailed in parts of Rajasthan where Churu remained the coldest place with a minimum temperature of 1.7 degrees Celsius followed by Mount Abu.
Which is the coldest city in north India? ›
Dras - 11°C
Dras, often referred to as the 'Gateway to Ladakh,' is one of the coldest inhabited places in the world, with current temperatures at 11°C. Located in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir, Dras is known for its harsh winters and heavy snowfall.
What is the minimum temperature in Sikar Rajasthan? ›
Today's minimum temperature in Sikar is recorded at 27°c (degrees celsius), and the maximum temperature is expected to go as high as 35°c (degrees celsius). Throughout the day, the temperature is likely to hover around 29°c (degrees celsius).
Which is Asia coldest place in India? ›
A lonely town in the infamous Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir, Dras is popularly known as 'the gateway to Ladakh'. It is known to be the coldest place in India and is recognized as the second coldest inhabited place in the world.
What is the winter capital of Rajasthan? ›
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How cold is Rajasthan in winter? ›
The cool season in Rajasthan starts in October, when the monsoon has ended, and it lasts until March. December and January are the coldest months and the temperature is around 23°C (73°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) during the night. The eastern part of Rajasthan has a less continental, more tropical climate.
What is the temperature in Sikar in January? ›
The average temperature in Sikar in January for a typical day ranges from a high of 72°F (22°C) to a low of 45°F (7°C).
Which is the hottest district of Rajasthan? ›
Phalodi, Rajasthan (51 degrees Celsius)
Before Mungeshpur, Phalodi in Rajasthan held the record of being the hottest place in India at 51 degrees Celsius. The place is experiencing scorching temperatures, turning it into a live oven during the summer months.
Which are the two coldest area in India? ›
Drass, Jammu and Kashmir
Leh – Ladakh, Rohtang Pass and Kargil areas of India are also the most coldest places in the country.
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Mount Abu is the coldest place in Rajasthan, India. Mount Abu is a hill station located in the Aravalli Range and is known for its scenic beauty and pleasant climate. During winters (December to February), the temperature can drop to as low as 0°C, making it one of the coldest places in the state.
What is the lowest temperature recorded in Rajasthan? ›
Rajasthan: At -2.5 degrees Celsius Churu recorded the lowest temperature in Rajasthan. Alwar was second with the mercury at zero degrees Celsius.
Which city is hottest in India? ›
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This city is located in the largest state of India, Rajasthan, at an elevation of 178 meters has the highest temperature in India.
Which city in India has the best weather? ›
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- Bengaluru, Karnataka. Also known as the 'Garden City of India', Bengaluru enjoys a pleasant climate throughout the year.
What is the coldest place on Earth? At a bone-chilling minus 144 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 98 degrees Celsius), NASA says the East Antarctica Plateau in Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth.
What is the coldest country in the world? ›
Antarctica, the southernmost continent, is renowned for its harsh and unforgiving environment. With an average elevation of over 2,500 meters (8,200 feet) and nearly 98% of its landmass covered in ice, Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest continent on Earth.
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