Karnataka Shivers: Cold Wave Alert Issued as Temperatures Plummet, Bengaluru Hits 8.8°C
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News18•19-01-2026, 09:04
Karnataka Shivers: Cold Wave Alert Issued as Temperatures Plummet, Bengaluru Hits 8.8°C
- •Karnataka is experiencing significant weather changes, with minimum temperatures dropping sharply after recording maximums.
- •The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for parts of the state, including Bengaluru, where temperatures fell to 8.8 degrees Celsius.
- •Factors contributing to the intense cold include La Niña, cold winds from Siberia and Central Asia, strong north/northeasterly winds, clear skies, and a weak northeast monsoon.
- •Chikkaballapur, Kolar, and Bengaluru rural areas are particularly affected, with single-digit minimum temperatures.
- •Coastal areas like Mangaluru and Karwar remain relatively warmer, but temperature fluctuations are expected to continue.
Why It Matters: Karnataka is under a cold wave alert due to plummeting temperatures, influenced by La Niña and cold winds.
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