Is Punjab heading for a colder-than-usual Christmas this year?

IMD Chandigarh's extended predictions indicate normal to above-normal maximums through mid-December.
Representative image for Christmas Eve
Representative image for Christmas EveAI
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According to the IMD Chandigarh, Punjab likely won't get heavy rain until around mid-December. Lately, daytime temperatures have stayed between 24°C and 28°C, while at night the temperatures dropped to 6–10°C. Though exact Christmas forecasts aren’t clear just yet, signs indicate steady conditions for now. The reports suggests that thick fog might be experienced around from Dec 13 to 15 - then show up again on some late-month mornings, meaning drivers ought to expect poor sightlines.

Christmas Day outlook

On Dec 25, skies will be half covered, with occasional sun plus that cozy winter vibe. Humidity sits near 28%, while breezes are expected at 9 km/h - rain’s unlikely, under 1 mm total. 

Whether you're meeting outside, heading to midnight outings or checking out holiday stalls, conditions look favourable provided you should prefer warm clothings.

Temperatures are expected not to Hit the freezing temperatures before the year ends. 

Regional weather trends

In the Northern Punjab especially in places like Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Amritsar - are experiencing daytime temperatures ranging between 18 and 22°C, at while evening gets cold, dropping to about 6–9°C. In the day time the skies are generally clear but shift toward patchy clouds as time goes on.

- While in the South Punjab spots like Bathinda or Patiala, close to Haryana, feel a bit milder in the first half of the day with  temperatures around 24°C especially as the December has started; though by late month, the temperatures are expected to dip down. 

- Rain outlook: December stays mostly clear, around 28 days without rain, matching IMD's forecast of little to no rainfall.

-Although the IMD has also issued a fog alert in the 9 districts of Punjab, thought foggy mornings are still awaited in the state for now. 

A few precautions

Prefer warm clothes especially in nights hours, use fog lights while driving at dawn - also check IMD updates near December just in case things shift. Truth is, this season feels perfect for small hangouts, holiday stalls, or family outings on Christmas Eve.

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