IMD Update: Dense Fog, Rain Alert Across North India; Relief Expected Soon

• North India, including UP, Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab, is experiencing peak winter with dense fog and low visibility affecting travel.
• A Western Disturbance is becoming active, bringing light rain to some areas and snowfall to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand from January 17.
• Dense fog will persist in Western UP (Jan 19-21) and Eastern UP/Bihar (Jan 18-21), with minimum temperatures around 7-10 degrees Celsius.
• Delhi-NCR expects gradual temperature improvement from Jan 18, with light rain possible on Jan 19-20, though morning fog may continue.
• Punjab and Haryana may see light rain between Jan 18-20, beneficial for crops, while South India experiences dry and normal weather.

Why It Matters: North India faces persistent fog and some rain/snow, but a gradual easing of severe cold is anticipated.