Bhubaneswar, Jan 20: Odisha is witnessing a steady rise in temperatures as the impact of winter has begun to decline since Makar Sankranti.

Over the past five days, most parts of the state have recorded a noticeable increase in both minimum and maximum temperatures.

According to the Meteorological Department, the trend is expected to continue due to successive western disturbances, leading to warmer days and nights in the coming week.

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Currently, no major weather systems are active over the state, and forecasts suggest dry conditions will prevail for the next seven days. While there is no cold wave warning, the department has indicated the possibility of light to moderate fog in several regions during early mornings.

Minimum Temperatures Recorded on Tuesday:

• Rourkela: 10.4°C
• Jharsuguda: 10.5°C
• Keonjhar: 12.4°C
• Bhubaneswar: 12.7°C
• Paradip: 13.7°C
• Balasore: 14.2°C
• Chandbali: 14.2°C
• Hirakud: 14.4°C
• Sambalpur: 14.4°C
• Gopalpur: 15.5°C
• Puri: 16.6°C

The lowest temperature was recorded in Rourkela at 10.4°C, while coastal towns like Puri and Gopalpur remained relatively warmer. Bhubaneswar registered 12.7°C, reflecting the gradual easing of winter chill in central Odisha.

Meteorologists note that the rise in mercury is typical for this time of year, as the state transitions from peak winter towards pre-summer conditions. The absence of strong cold winds and the influence of western disturbances have contributed to the warming trend.

Residents can expect mild mornings with fog in select areas, but overall, the weather is likely to remain pleasant and dry. With no immediate warnings of severe cold, Odisha appears to be moving past the harshest phase of winter.