Bhopal, Jan 22 (NationPress) Madhya Pradesh has seen predominantly dry conditions over the past day, with no significant rainfall recorded across the state. However, the India Meteorological Department in Bhopal has indicated a chance of isolated light rain in certain northern districts in the near future.

Weather projections valid until January 26 suggest that scattered drizzles may occur on January 23 and 24 in parts of Rewa, Satna, Sidhi, as well as areas within Gwalior and Chhatarpur divisions.

By January 25 and 26, the state is expected to remain mostly dry, with only sporadic light rain anticipated in northern regions.

The central and southern parts, including Indore and Bhopal, are likely to stay entirely dry, though residents should be vigilant about dense fog that could impair visibility.

This weather forecast is based on stable synoptic conditions, with a western disturbance currently positioned as a trough within the middle and upper tropospheric westerlies.

A cyclonic circulation over northern Pakistan has merged into this weather system, while a subtropical westerly jet stream is moving at speeds of up to 204 kilometers per hour over northeast India at an altitude of 12.6 kilometers.

A new western disturbance is forecasted to affect northwest India starting January 26, which may bring gradual changes thereafter.

Maximum temperatures are showing little fluctuation, remaining above normal by 1.6°C to 2.1°C in Bhopal, Chambal, Rewa, and Sagar divisions, while significantly higher by 3.1°C in Gwalior division. Other areas are experiencing standard temperature levels.

Mandla recorded the highest temperature at 29.0°C, followed by Narmadapuram at 28.4°C, with Khargone, Narsinghpur, and Ujjain all at 28°C.

Cooler temperatures were noted in Pachmarhi at 22.8°C, Sheopur at 24.6°C, and Karoundi in Katni, Nowgong in Chhatarpur, and Rewa at 24.8°C.

Minimum temperatures have dropped significantly by 3.4°C in Shahdol division but have remained stable elsewhere. They are above normal by 2.4°C to 3.0°C in Indore, Ujjain, Chambal, and Jabalpur divisions, with a notable increase of 5°C in Narmadapuram.

The coldest regions include Karoundi in Katni and Kalyanpur in Shahdol at 4.9°C, with Nowgong at 6.5°C, Umaria at 6.9°C, Rewa at 7°C, and Khajuraho at 7.4°C.

Warmer minimum temperatures have been recorded in Narmadapuram at 16.6°C, Bhairunda in Sehore at 16.5°C, Chhindwara at 15.6°C, and Agar and Seoni at 15.4°C each.

Shallow fog has been prevalent in Gwalior district, and authorities are warning of dense fog that may reduce visibility during late nights and early mornings, potentially affecting travel.

Commuters are encouraged to drive cautiously, utilize low-beam headlights, and maintain safe distances.

Farmers are advised to safeguard crops and livestock from prolonged fog, ensure adequate ventilation, supply warm water and energy-rich feed, and complete rabi sowing timely while monitoring soil moisture and pests.

For Bhopal and surrounding areas, mainly clear skies with haze, winds of 16-18 kilometers per hour, and temperatures ranging from 27°C to 12°C are expected.

Recent observations show a maximum of 26.6°C (1.9°C above normal), a minimum of 11.2°C (0.8°C above normal), and a humidity level of 57% with no rain recorded since January 1.