Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (UDN): Odisha may witness another spell of changing weather conditions as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the formation of a fresh low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 13.
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The developing weather system is likely to move northwestwards and intensify into a well-marked low-pressure area within 24 hours of its formation. It may further strengthen into a depression around November 15, raising the possibility of changing weather conditions along parts of India’s eastern and southern coastline.
However, there is no specific forecast yet regarding rainfall activity or the areas likely to be affected by the system.
New Weather System Over Bay of Bengal: What IMD Predicts
According to the latest weather outlook, an upper-air cyclonic circulation is expected to develop over the southeast Bay of Bengal before evolving into a low-pressure area around November 13.
The system is then likely to move northwestwards, with the possibility of further intensification over the following days.
However, its exact trajectory, strength and potential impact remain uncertain at this stage.
Weather expert Dr Jyoti Prakash Mishra said it was too early to make a definite assessment of the system’s movement and intensity.
“The system is still in a preliminary stage, making it difficult to predict its intensity, movement and possible impact,” he said.
He added that an upper-air cyclonic circulation was expected to develop before the formation of the low-pressure area.
Will the Developing System Bring Rain to Odisha?
The possible impact of the approaching system on Odisha remains unclear.
According to Dr Mishra, low-pressure systems developing over the Bay of Bengal during October and November generally tend to influence coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu more significantly.
Odisha may experience a comparatively limited impact from the approaching system. However, its actual influence will become clearer only after November 13, once the system develops and its movement can be assessed more accurately.
At present, there is no confirmed forecast regarding rainfall, landfall or specific districts likely to be affected.
Odisha Likely to Witness 2-3°C Temperature Drop
While the developing low-pressure system remains under watch, Odisha is likely to experience cooler weather over the next few days.
Minimum temperatures across the state may fall by around 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the next two to four days, mainly due to the influx of cold and dry winds from northern and northwestern regions.
The change in wind patterns is expected to bring a noticeable chill, particularly during night and early morning hours.
However, the temperature trend could change if the developing weather system draws moisture towards Odisha.
An increase in moisture levels may lead to a rise in minimum temperatures, depending on the system’s movement and intensity.
Odisha Weather: What to Expect in the Coming Days
For now, the state is likely to experience cooler nights as northerly and northwesterly winds influence local weather conditions.
The developing Bay of Bengal system will remain an important factor to watch, particularly after November 13.
Meteorological assessments over the next few days are expected to provide greater clarity on whether the system will influence Odisha’s weather or move towards the southern coastal states.
Residents are advised to follow subsequent IMD bulletins for updated information on rainfall, temperature changes and any possible weather warnings.