Himachal Weather: Temperature Drops Due to Rain and Snow, Yellow Alert for Strong Winds in Several Areas
Himachal Pradesh witnessed a sharp drop in temperatures across several regions due to rain and snowfall. Over the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures fell by 2-10°C at most stations, with several areas recording 3-7°C below normal. Minimum temperatures dropped to 2-5°C at some locations, with cold days in Manali and Mandi.
Shimla and nearby areas saw sunshine amid light clouds.
Rainfall and Snowfall Details:
Snowfall (cm): Kothi 15.0, Kalpa 13.6, Gondla 12.0, Sangla 10.5, Khadarala 7.5, Jot 6.5, Kukumseri 4.8, Kelang 3.0, Manali 2.5.
Rainfall (mm): Bhatiyat 21.2, Gohar 20.0, Sarahan 18.5, Sujanpur Tehra 18.4, Tisa 18.2, Dharamshala 16.3, Salooni 15.2, Rampur 14.0, Siobag 13.4, Murari Devi 13.2, Jogindernagar 13.0.
Minimum Temperatures in Key Locations:
Shimla 3.5°C, Sundernagar 5.1°C, Bhuntar 4.6°C, Kalpa -3.8°C, Dharamshala 3.3°C, Manali -0.4°C, Tabo -7.9°C.
Weather Forecast
According to the Shimla Meteorological Center, light to moderate rain/snowfall is expected in some areas on 2nd and 3rd February. A yellow alert has been issued for lightning and winds of 30-40 km/h in several districts. Clear weather is expected on 4, 5, 7, and 8 February.
Scenic Beauty After Snowfall
The mountains in Kalpa and Manali shimmered like silver after the snowfall. Manali experienced fresh snowfall on Sunday night, leading to the temporary closure of Atal Tunnel for tourists and vehicles.
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