Bhubaneswar, Nov 10: Odisha is experiencing a sharp drop in night temperatures, signalling the early arrival of winter. For the first time this season, Bhubaneswar recorded a minimum temperature below 15°C, with the mercury dipping to 14.8°C on November 10.

Over the past four days, the capital city has seen a steady decline from 19.8°C on November 7 to 14.8°C on Nov 10.

Several other cities across the state are also witnessing significant drops. Jharsuguda recorded 11.6°C, Rourkela 12.5°C, and Keonjhar 13.8°C. Sambalpur and Hirakud hovered around 15°C, while Daringbadi hit a chilling 11°C, the lowest in the state.

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According to the Regional Meteorological Centre, cold and dry winds from the northwest are sweeping into Odisha, contributing to the temperature dip. The forecast suggests that night temperatures may fall by another 2-3°C in northern and coastal regions over the next few days.

Nine cities have already recorded temperatures below 15°C, including Daringbadi, Phulbani, Bhadrak, Koraput, Angul, and Balangir. Bhawanipatna and Titilagarh are also nearing the 15°C mark. The cold wave is expected to intensify, with 28 locations across the state reporting lower night temperatures.

The weather department predicts dry conditions across Odisha until November 10, with further drops in both day and night temperatures. Residents in southern and coastal areas may begin to feel the chill more distinctly.

The gradual decline in temperature marks the onset of winter, and Odisha is gearing up for a colder-than-usual November.