New Delhi, January 10, 2026
India Weather Forecast for January 11, 2026 : Cold Wave, Dense Fog, and Heavy Rain Alerts Issued
Large parts of India are set to experience severe winter conditions on Saturday, January 11, 2026, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing alerts for cold waves, dense fog, heavy rainfall, and snowfall across multiple regions.
According to IMD, North India will remain under the grip of intense cold, while southern coastal states may witness heavy rainfall due to an active weather system over the Bay of Bengal.
Regional Weather Outlook
North India (Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan)
Cold Wave Alert: Severe cold wave conditions are likely across Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and parts of Rajasthan.
Dense Fog: Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar may see dense morning fog, significantly reducing visibility.
Temperature Forecast (Delhi):
Minimum: 8°C to 11°C
Maximum: 16°C to 21°C
South India (Tamil Nadu, Kerala)
Heavy Rainfall Warning: Coastal districts of Tamil Nadu are on alert for heavy rainfall due to a developing system over the Bay of Bengal.
Kerala Weather: Light to moderate rainfall is expected in several areas.
Central and Eastern India
Below-Normal Temperatures: Parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand may experience colder-than-usual conditions.
Cold Day Conditions: Isolated areas of Bihar and Odisha could see foggy weather and cold day-like conditions.
Hilly Regions
Snowfall Alert: Higher reaches of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are likely to receive snowfall.
Fog Advisory: Lower-altitude areas may experience foggy conditions.
Travel Advisory
IMD has cautioned that dense fog may disrupt road and rail transportation, especially during early morning hours. Travelers are advised to check official IMD updates before planning journeys.
