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Jalandhar nights turn sharply colder, know the reason behind temperature drop

On Friday (7 Nov) the high is forecast to reach about 27 °C, while the overnight low is expected to drop to around 12 °C in Jalandhar.

Clear skies will dominate Jalandhar over the next six days, but residents should note that while daytime temperatures remain comfortable, the nights will turn distinctly cooler.

On Friday (7 Nov) the high is forecast to reach about 27 °C, while the overnight low is expected to drop to around 12 °C. On Saturday (8 Nov) the day max remains near 27 °C, with the night low falling to about 10 °C.

For Sunday (9 Nov) the daytime high is predicted at roughly 26 °C, and the night low again around 10 °C. On Monday (10 Nov) temperatures follow a similar pattern: high near 26 °C, low about 10–11 °C. Tuesday (11 Nov) sees a slight drop in daytime high to about 25 °C, and the night low could dip to 9 °C. By Wednesday (12 Nov)** the high is expected at ~26 °C and the night low at around 10 °C.

Why will the nights feel so much colder compared to the days? Several key reasons:

  • With mostly clear skies, heat absorbed during the day is lost more rapidly after sunset via radiative cooling, causing sharper drops in temperature overnight.

  • The contrast between a warm afternoon (~25–27 °C) and a cold night (~9–12 °C) results in a large diurnal temperature range, making the night-time chill more noticeable.

  • Light or calm winds overnight reduce mixing of the air, allowing a cooler surface layer to form and persist under clear conditions.

  • Since daylight hours are reducing and solar angle is lower this time of year, less energy is stored during the day, contributing to lower night-time baseline temperatures.

Residents should plan accordingly: during the day the weather will be pleasant for outdoor activity, but once the sun goes down, layering up with a jacket or sweater is advisable.

Especially early mornings and late evenings will feel cold, so take extra care if you’re stepping out after sunset. Indoor settings may cool quickly too, so ensure optional heating or warmer bedding is handy.

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