New Delhi | December 14, 2025: The mid-December weekend brings a shocking weather twist. While North India usually grabs headlines for winter chills, today, Sunday, December 14, it is Telangana and North Karnataka that are reeling under a Severe Cold Wave. Meanwhile, the National Capital is battling hazardous pollution, and dense fog is blinding commuters in Uttar Pradesh.
Here is your comprehensive weather forecast for today, Sunday, December 14.
1. South India: The Big Freeze (Telangana & Karnataka)
The most critical update today comes from the South.
- Severe Cold Wave: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Severe Cold Wave Warning for 13 districts in Telangana, including Adilabad, Sangareddy, and Rangareddy. Temperatures in places like Moinabad have plummeted to a shocking 6.3°C, while Sangareddy recorded 6.1°C.
- Karnataka Alert: A similar freeze is gripping North Interior Karnataka, where severe cold wave conditions are expected to persist today.
- Chennai Weather: In contrast, Chennai is enjoying a "Goldilocks" day. The city will see sunny skies and pleasant temperatures ranging between 22°C and 27°C. The heavy rains have paused, making it a perfect Sunday for outings.
2. North India: Toxic Smog & Dense Fog
North India is fighting a dual battle of low visibility and poisonous air.
- Delhi Pollution: Delhi's air quality has hit rock bottom. The AQI has breached the 'Severe' category (400+), with real-time readings in areas like Jahangirpuri and Anand Vihar touching hazardous levels due to low wind speeds and temperature inversion.
- Fog Warning: A "Very Dense Fog" alert is in place for East Uttar Pradesh today. Dense fog is also affecting Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Assam.
- Mountain Snow: A weak Western Disturbance is active, bringing light snowfall or rain to the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand today.
3. Central & East India: The Chill Spreads
The cold grip is tightening across the central belt.
- Cold Wave Continues: Cold wave conditions are prevailing in isolated pockets of West Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha today.
- Temperature Drop: Minimum temperatures in these regions are likely to remain 3-4°C below normal.
4. City-wise Weather Snapshot (Dec 14)
|
City |
Weather Condition |
Temp (Max/Min) |
AQI / Alert |
|---|---|---|---|
|
New Delhi |
Smog/Haze |
24°C / 13°C |
Severe (430+) |
|
Mumbai |
Sunny/Clear |
34°C / 16°C |
Moderate |
|
Chennai |
Sunny/Pleasant |
27°C / 22°C |
Good |
|
Hyderabad |
Cold Wave |
29°C / 06°C* |
Severe Cold |
|
Kolkata |
Sunny |
26°C / 17°C |
Moderate |
|
Bhopal |
Cold Wave |
25°C / 08°C |
Yellow Alert |
|
Lucknow |
Dense Fog |
24°C / 11°C |
Low Visibility |
*( Note: Min temp in Hyderabad outskirts/districts dropped to ~6°C)
5. Advisory for the Day
- Travel Alert: If you are driving on highways in UP or Punjab this morning, use fog lights as visibility may drop below 50 meters.
- Health Warning (Delhi): With AQI in the 'Severe' zone, doctors advise avoiding morning walks today. Use air purifiers indoors if possible.
- South India: Residents in Telangana should layer up at night. The sudden temperature drop can lead to cold-related illnesses.
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