North Bengal Weather: Plains Warm Up, Hills Shiver; IMD Forecasts Snow, Rain for Darjeeling

• Winter's intensity has decreased in North Bengal plains, with mercury rising slightly, but hills continue to experience biting cold.
• IMD forecasts light snowfall and rain for Darjeeling, with light rain also possible in Kalimpong and Jalpaiguri due to a western disturbance.
• Minimum temperatures in Darjeeling and surrounding areas are expected to range between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius.
• A fog warning is in effect for Saturday, with moderate to dense fog possible in North Bengal's mountainous regions.
• Siliguri and Kalimpong are experiencing pleasant cold weather, with temperatures around 12-13 degrees and 8-9 degrees Celsius respectively.

Why It Matters: North Bengal sees varied winter conditions: warmer plains, colder hills with potential snow/rain, and fog warnings.