Cold Wave Conditions Ease in Odisha as Temperatures Rise
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to experience relief from the biting cold wave as night temperatures are expected to rise by 2–4°C from today, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The change comes as a western disturbance influences weather patterns across the state.
In coastal districts, minimum temperatures are forecast to remain above 10–11°C, with Puri, Gopalpur, and Bhadrak recording around 13–14°C. Between January 19 and 21, most districts are likely to see minimums ranging between 12 15°C.
Over the past 24 hours, dry weather prevailed across Odisha, though isolated cold wave conditions were reported in Angul and Jharsuguda.
Udayagiri recorded the lowest temperature at 2.8°C, while Phulbani (5.8°C), Jharsuguda (6.8°C), and Hirakud (8.5°C) also remained chilly.
Bhubaneswar registered a maximum of 29.9°C and a minimum of 10.9°C, while Cuttack recorded 26.9°C and 10.7°C, respectively.
Paralakhemundi reported the highest maximum temperature at 32.0°C.
The IMD has also warned of dense fog in some areas, which may disrupt travel. Light fog was observed in Bhawanipatna, reducing visibility to 500–1000 meters.
Authorities have advised residents to continue wearing warm clothing and remain cautious during night hours, even as the cold wave gradually subsides. Dry weather is expected to persist across the state in the coming days.
