Jharkhand Braces for Sudden Cold Snap: Sweaters Out, Foggy Mornings Ahead

• Jharkhand, including Ranchi, Khunti, Lohardaga, and Gumla, experienced a sudden increase in cold over the last 24 hours.
• The cold snap is attributed to snowfall in the Himalayas, bringing westerly winds and a significant chill.
• Meteorologist Abhishek Anand predicts light fog and a 2-3 degree drop in minimum temperatures today.
• Ranchi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.8 degrees, a notable drop from previous 11-12 degrees.
• Palamu and Gumla may see minimums of 9 degrees, while central districts like Ranchi, Hazaribagh, and Chatra expect 10-11 degrees.

Why It Matters: Jharkhand is experiencing a sudden cold wave due to Himalayan snowfall, with temperatures dropping significantly.