Argus News - Odisha Braces For Short And Chilly Winter

Bhubaneswar, Oct 30: Odisha is set to experience a brief but chilly winter this year, with temperatures expected to drop significantly over the next few days, weather officials said on Thursday.

According to the Bhubaneswar Met Centre officials, the cold spell will arrive late and depart early, but will bring intermittent intense chills across the state.

Cold Winds Incoming

Dry and cold northwesterly winds are entering Odisha, triggering a noticeable drop in nighttime temperatures. Over the next 24 hours, southern and northern interior regions will begin to feel the chill. From November 2 onward, the entire state is expected to see a 2–4°C decline in night temperatures, intensifying the winter feel.

Weather expert Surendra Nath Pasupalak predicted that this year’s winter will be shorter in duration but marked by sudden cold snaps. “The cold will come late and leave early, but it will be felt strongly in between,” he said.

Rainfall and Thunderstorm Alerts

Meanwhile, the weakening of Cyclone Montha has led to its transformation into a low-pressure system, causing scattered rainfall across Odisha. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow warning for 30 districts, forecasting light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and lightning over the next three days.

On October 31, rainfall is expected to reduce, but 15 coastal and northern districts—including Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Sundargarh, and Mayurbhanj—remain under alert for thunderstorm activity.

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Moisture Levels and Future Outlook

IMD Bhubaneswar Director, Manorama Mohanty noted that high humidity levels due to multiple weather systems have led to the current muggy conditions. As these systems dissipate, humidity will drop, paving the way for cooler nights and a more pronounced winter experience.

In the past 24 hours, several regions recorded moderate to heavy rainfall, with Nawana in Mayurbhanj district logging the highest at 92.2 mm.