The weather agency has predicted cold wave to severe cold wave conditions in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan.

As December comes to a close and the new year approaches, cold waves are set to sweep across several parts of India.

Delhiites could also expect smog or shallow to moderate fog in the morning and cloudy weather on Saurday, December 28.

The India Meteorological Department forecasts cold wave conditions across North India, with significant temperature drops and severe cold day conditio

A cold wave is expected to affect northern India, resulting in dense fog in Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR. Light to moderate snowfall is predicted in the western Himalayan region during the second we

According to IMD, Delhi experienced its highest December rainfall in 15 years on Friday. Heavy rains lashed Delhi and adjoining NCR in the early hours of Thursday and persisted throughout the day.

According to Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) data till 11:30 am, the observatory at Safdarjung — the national capital’s primary weather station — recorded 9.1 mm rainfall.

Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab regions are expected to witness cold day conditions on December 27 and 28, said IMD.

Authorities have urged citizens to minimise outdoor activities, especially for vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.

Delhi air quality "very poor" with AQI of 340, IMD forecasts thunderstorm, rain, and dense fog, temperatures near normal.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a minimum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius in Delhi on Thursday, along with a forecast of dense fog.