Severe cold is set to grip Delhi-NCR as December begins. The IMD has issued a yellow alert from December 2 to 5, warning of sharp temperature drops, dense fog, and worsening air quality across major NCR cities

The IMD forecast indicates that temperatures will decline noticeably between December 2 and 5. Senior meteorologist Dr. R. K. Jenamani stated that the steepest drop is expected on December 4 and 5, with night temperatures likely to fall to around 6°C to 5°C. Daytime temperatures may stay close to 22°C to 23°C, bringing a harsher chill during morning and evening hours.

The weather department predicts dense fog during morning hours in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Greater Noida. Visibility is expected to be poor, and isolated areas may experience cold wave conditions. Cold winds will further intensify the discomfort across the region.