Nagpur: December has delivered an unusually harsh winter for Nagpur and the wider Vidarbha region, with temperatures remaining below 10°C for nearly half the month. Nagpur emerged as the coldest in Vidarbha, recording a minimum of 8.6°C on Tuesday, one of the lowest readings in recent winters.
Weather data shows that Nagpur experienced sub-10°C temperatures on as many as 17 days this December. The month also witnessed three officially classified cold wave days, marked by minimum temperatures plunging at least 4.5 degrees below the seasonal average. This trend closely matched the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) earlier outlook, which had warned of an increased frequency of cold waves and below-normal temperatures during the December–January period.
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The cooling trend gathered momentum from December 6, after which the mercury briefly rose above the 10°C mark only once. The persistent chill not only affected nights and early mornings but also kept daytime temperatures lower than usual, adding to the overall discomfort.
While residents adapted by layering up, the extended cold spell had unintended consequences. In several low-income pockets, people resorted to lighting bonfires using firewood, waste material and discarded items to ward off the cold. The widespread burning led to a noticeable rise in smoke and dust levels, pushing Nagpur’s air quality from its typical moderate range into the ‘poor’ category on multiple days.
Health experts have flagged the impact of the cold and deteriorating air quality. City doctors reported an uptick in cases of respiratory infections, allergies and seasonal fevers. Patients suffering from asthma and chronic respiratory conditions were particularly affected, as the combination of cold air and pollution aggravated symptoms.
With winter still unfolding, meteorologists and health professionals alike are advising residents to remain cautious, especially during early morning and late-night hours, as Nagpur continues to grapple with an unusually intense winter season.
