On December 22, 2025, most of northern India will be under the grip of a severe cold wave, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for moderate to heavy rainfall in two states. Additionally, dense fog warnings have been issued for 20 cities, which will significantly reduce visibility and increase travel risks. The public is advised to exercise caution, especially during the night and early morning hours. The situation is expected to be even more challenging in the hilly regions, where snowfall warnings have also been issued.
Heavy Rain and Snowfall Alert in Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh
According to the IMD, heavy rain and snowfall are likely in isolated places in Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh and the higher reaches of northeastern Himachal Pradesh during the next 24 hours. Snowfall in the hilly areas may disrupt road connectivity and daily life.
Dense Fog Likely Across Northern and Eastern India
The IMD has warned that dense to very dense fog may prevail during night and early morning hours in several states:
- Eastern Uttar Pradesh: Fog likely till December 23
- Punjab, Haryana, Western Uttar Pradesh, and Northern Madhya Pradesh: Fog expected till December 22
- Bihar, Jharkhand, and Interior Odisha: Fog conditions may continue till December 24
Cold wave conditions are also likely in Uttarakhand and Jharkhand on December 22, and in Punjab, Haryana, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh on December 22 and 23.
Dense Fog Alert for These 20 Cities in North India
- Uttar Pradesh : Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Barabanki, Aligarh, Bareilly
- Haryana : Chandigarh, Sonipat, Panipat, Faridabad, Gurugram, Fatehabad
- Punjab: Amritsar, Faridkot, Kapurthala, Mansa, Moga
Uttar Pradesh Weather Tomorrow
A weather alert has been issued for Uttar Pradesh on December 22nd due to deteriorating weather conditions. Dense fog is expected in Barabanki, Bahraich, Kanpur City, Shravasti, Ayodhya, and Fursatganj.
In western Uttar Pradesh, including Agra, Tundla, Muzaffarnagar, and Aligarh, visibility may drop below 100 meters due to dense fog.
Bihar Weather Tomorrow
According to the IMD, a dense fog warning has been issued for Patna, Gaya, East Champaran, West Champaran, Jehanabad, Siwan, Kaimur, Rohtas, Aurangabad, Nawada, Sheikhpura, and Nalanda on December 22nd.
Additionally, the Mithilanchal and Seemanchal regions are also likely to be affected by fog, resulting in reduced visibility during the morning hours.
Uttarakhand Weather Tomorrow
On December 22nd, dense fog is expected in Pantnagar, Khatima, Haridwar, and Kashipur. Visibility may drop below 50 meters. However, there is a possibility of sunshine after noon, which could provide temporary relief.
Punjab Weather Tomorrow
Dense fog is likely in Amritsar, Halwara, and Gurdaspur in Punjab on December 22nd. Visibility may drop below 50 meters, and residents are advised to exercise caution, especially while driving.
| City | Maximum Temperature (22 December) | Minimum Temperature (22 December) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 22°C | 09°C |
| Mumbai | 30°C | 23°C |
| Kolkata | 26°C | 17°C |
| Chennai | 28°C | 22°C |
| Patna | 22°C | 12°C |
| Ranchi | 22°C | 09°C |
| Bhopal | 25°C | 11°C |
| Jaipur | 27°C | 12°C |
| Nainital | 19°C | 07°C |
| Shimla | 19°C | 06°C |
Haryana Weather Tomorrow (December 22)
The meteorological department has announced that a dense fog warning has been issued for the Hisar and Sirsa districts of Haryana on December 22nd. The public has been advised to be cautious, especially during the night and early morning hours. Visibility may drop below 50 meters, which could affect road and rail transport.
Rajasthan Weather Tomorrow (December 22)
As per the weather department, due to the influence of cold northerly winds, temperatures across most cities in Rajasthan may fall by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius from December 22.
Additionally, dense fog is likely to prevail in the northern and western parts of the state on December 23 and 24.
Cities that need to remain on alert include:
Sri Ganganagar, Sikar, Udaipur, Jodhpur, and Churu.
Madhya Pradesh Weather Tomorrow (December 22)
According to the IMD, dense fog warnings have been issued for several parts of Madhya Pradesh on December 22.
- In Eastern Madhya Pradesh, Rewa, Satna, and Khajuraho may witness dense fog with visibility falling below 50 metres.
- In Western Madhya Pradesh, Datia and Gwalior are also likely to experience dense fog conditions.
Residents have been advised to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel during foggy hours.