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Hot weather in Madhya Pradesh: Photograph: (Canva)
Madhya Pradesh has experienced mixed weather in February, with mild cold mornings and nights, warm daytime temperatures, and rainfall in some areas. Night temperatures crossed 18°C and daytime temperatures reached 34°C.
Changing weather in different parts of MP
In the first week of February, the weather changed frequently. Some districts, especially in northern Madhya Pradesh, witnessed thunderstorms and light rain. Gwalior, Chambal, and Ujjain experienced drizzles, while other parts of the state remained dry.
On February 7 and 8, sunny weather is expected during the day but slightly cold at night and in the morning. A new weather system called a Western Disturbance will become active on February 8, which may bring more changes. Meteorologists predict more rain in Madhya Pradesh from February 12 to 14. After February 20, cold weather is expected to decrease further, and temperatures will start rising.
On February 7, the day temperature dropped in several cities. The biggest drop was in Bhopal, where the temperature fell by 5.5°C to 26.2°C. Indore recorded a drop of 5.2°C to 25.4°C. Other major cities saw similar trends:
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Gwalior: 25.6°C
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Ujjain: 26°C
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Jabalpur: 29.5°C
Raisen recorded the lowest temperature in the state at 24.8°C, while Mandla was the hottest at 33°C.
February weather patterns over years
In the last 10 years, February in Madhya Pradesh has been a mix of cold nights, warm days, and occasional rain. Bhopal, Indore, and Ujjain often have daytime temperatures above 30°C, while nighttime temperatures range between 10°C and 14°C.
Gwalior is the coldest city in February. Last year, its minimum temperature dropped to 6.1°C, but in previous years, it went below 5°C. Jabalpur is known for hot days and cool nights.
This winter has been harsh in Madhya Pradesh. November and December broke cold records. In Bhopal, December was colder than January, something that hadn’t happened in 58 years. The cold wave lasted nine days, and in many cities, the temperature was 7°C below normal.
The extreme cold forced authorities to take special measures. School timings were changed in Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior to protect students from freezing temperatures. Even animals at Van Vihar National Park in Bhopal were given heaters to stay warm.
How major cities experience February weather
Here’s a look at the weather trends in some of Madhya Pradesh’s biggest cities:
| City | Weather Trends in February |
|---|---|
| Bhopal | - Nights are cold, while days are warm. - Temperature has crossed 35°C in four of the last 10 years. - Night temperatures dropped below 10°C in seven of the last 10 years. - Rain is rare, occurring only three times in the last 10 years. |
| Indore | - February is usually dry, with little or no rainfall. - Daytime temperatures mostly stay above 32°C. - Night temperatures often go below 10°C, but last year, it stayed at 12°C. - Lowest-ever February temperature was 2.8°C (recorded in 1929). |
| Gwalior | - Known for severe cold due to strong northern winds. - Temperature dropped to 1.9°C in 2018 and 2.4°C in 2019. - Coldest February night recorded at 0.3°C (February 1974). - Some years saw up to 4 inches of rain in February. |
| Jabalpur | - Weather fluctuates, with cold nights and warm days. - After mid-February, daytime temperatures cross 30°C, while nights stay around 11°C. - Recorded 0°C as the coldest February temperature (1905). - Heavy rain in February recorded at 6+ inches (1942). |
| Ujjain | - Experiences a mix of heat, cold, and occasional rain. - February days are warm, with temperatures over 30°C. - Night temperatures usually stay below 10°C, though higher this year. - Coldest recorded temperature was 1°C (2008). - In 2002, more than 2 inches of rain fell in February. |
The next few weeks will continue to bring weather fluctuations in Madhya Pradesh. A Western Disturbance will influence the state’s weather from February 8 onward, possibly bringing more rain by mid-month. While cold nights may return briefly, the overall trend suggests that winter is gradually ending, and temperatures will start rising toward the end of February.
People should be prepared for sudden temperature changes and stay updated with weather forecasts, especially those planning travel or outdoor activities.
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