A significant shift in regional atmospheric conditions has been observed as a low-pressure area has officially formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal and the adjoining east equatorial Indian Ocean. Meteorological authorities have confirmed that this system is expected to influence weather patterns across the eastern coast of India over the coming days.
New Weather System Tracking West-Northwest
According to the latest data analyzed by Lokmaha News, the cyclonic circulation that persisted over the southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into a low-pressure area. Under its influence, the system is projected to move in a west-northwestward direction. Experts predict it will evolve into a well-marked low-pressure area over the central parts of the southern Bay of Bengal weather system within the next 48 hours.
While the system is currently situated over open waters, its movement is being closely monitored for any potential intensification into a depression. For global readers, the Bay of Bengal is a critical region for meteorological activity, often serving as the breeding ground for weather systems that dictate rainfall and temperature fluctuations across South Asia.
Odisha Prepares for Temperature Drop
Simultaneously, the eastern Indian state of Odisha is witnessing a distinct transition in local climate. While the maritime disturbance churns in the sea, inland areas are bracing for a sharp decline in mercury levels. Lokmaha News reports that dry weather prevails across most districts, creating conditions ripe for a cold wave.
Residents in the interior regions are already feeling the chill. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar has noted that minimum temperatures have dipped significantly in several areas. Specifically, G Udayagiri in the Kandhamal district recorded the state’s lowest temperature at 7.2 degrees Celsius.
Key Temperature Recordings:
- G Udayagiri: 7.2°C
- Phulbani: 8.5°C
- Daringbadi: 9.5°C
- Rourkela: 11.4°C
- Keonjhar: 11.6°C
The sudden drop in temperature is attributed to the dry north-westerly winds penetrating the region. Authorities have indicated that shallow to moderate fog may occur in the early morning hours across scattered districts, including Koraput, Malkangiri, and Rayagada, potentially affecting visibility for commuters.
Forecast and Impact
The convergence of the developing system in the Bay of Bengal weather zone and the existing dry continental air is likely to keep conditions dynamic. While no immediate cyclone warning has been issued for the mainland, the associated cloud cover and wind shifts could moderate temperatures further.
The twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack have recorded minimum temperatures of 16°C and 15°C respectively, marking a cooler start to the winter season compared to previous years. Lokmaha News will continue to monitor the trajectory of the low-pressure system and provide timely updates on the intensifying winter conditions.
As the weekend approaches, citizens are advised to stay updated with official forecasts, particularly those traveling through the fog-prone districts of southern Odisha.
