IMD Update: North India Cold Wave Peaks, Western Disturbance Brings Twist

• North India, from Delhi to Bihar, experienced severe cold, dense fog, and disrupted daily life on January 16.
• IMD and Skymet Weather indicate the cold wave has peaked, with minimum temperatures expected to rise gradually.
• A fresh Western Disturbance active from January 16 will bring light rain/drizzle to plains on Jan 18-19, potentially reducing cold intensity.
• Uttar Pradesh and Bihar faced a 'double whammy' of cold and cold day conditions, with low temperatures and dense fog.
• While temperatures will rise, increased humidity from rain could lead to renewed fog issues in mornings and evenings.

Why It Matters: North India's intense cold wave is easing, but a Western Disturbance will bring rain and potential fog.