Maharashtra's Coldest Place: It's Not Mahabaleshwar Anymore!

• The common belief that Mahabaleshwar is Maharashtra's coldest place is a misconception.
• Niphad in Nashik district has emerged as the coldest, with temperatures frequently dropping to 1.8 °C to 3 °C.
• Niphad's open fields and geographical structure allow cold winds, sometimes forming ice on grape leaves.
• Mahabaleshwar (Satara District) remains cool at 4°C-5°C, but higher humidity intensifies the cold sensation.
• Chikhaldara (Amravati District) is Vidarbha's coldest spot, with temperatures falling below 5°C.

Why It Matters: Niphad, not Mahabaleshwar, is now officially Maharashtra's coldest place due to unique geography.