Maharashtra Braces for Icy Chill: Met Department Issues Cold Weather Alert

• Maharashtra is experiencing a return of cold weather, with cloudy conditions and light rain in some areas leading to a drop in minimum temperatures.
• The chill has intensified particularly in Vidarbha, where minimum temperatures in some districts have fallen to single-digit levels.
• Mumbai, Thane, and Navi Mumbai are expected to have cloudy weather and morning fog, with maximums around 31°C and minimums around 20°C; no severe cold is anticipated.
• Pune city and rural areas may experience early morning fog, with temperatures around 29°C (max) and 12°C (min); morning chill will persist.
• Marathwada, Vidarbha, and Western Maharashtra will face colder conditions; Nagpur's minimum is expected to drop to 9°C, with Gondia, Amravati, and Wardha already below 10°C.

Why It Matters: Maharashtra faces increased cold, fog, and temperature fluctuations; citizens advised to take health precautions.