Srinagar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of dense to very dense fog in parts of north India along with cold wave/cold day conditions in pockets, while a western disturbance is set to bring rain and snowfall over the Western Himalayan region, including Jammu & Kashmir.
Bold the Fact: Another fresh Western Disturbance is likely to affect northwest India from January 19, 2026.
Core News Details – The Facts
IMD’s recent forecast bulletins indicate that fog conditions will continue to affect several northern states during late night and morning hours, which can disrupt road, rail and air travel.
For the Western Himalayan region, IMD has indicated light to moderate rain/snow over Jammu-Kashmir–Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh and parts of Uttarakhand during January 16–22, with precipitation expected to vary by altitude and local conditions.
IMD has also flagged that dense fog conditions are likely in isolated pockets over the Jammu division till January 17, alongside similar warnings for parts of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and other northern areas.
The Local Impact / Official Advisory
For Jammu & Kashmir residents and travellers:
- Commuters in the Jammu division should plan early-morning travel with extra caution due to low visibility risk.
- Those travelling towards higher reaches should be alert for changing road conditions if rain/snow activity increases with the western disturbance.
For north India travellers (plains):
- Fog can reduce visibility sharply on highways and near airports in the early morning. Travellers are advised to check transport updates and avoid speeding in low-visibility stretches.
Key Highlights Box
- Key System: Western Disturbance likely to affect NW India from January 19
- Fog Warning: Dense to very dense fog in parts of north India; Jammu division fog likely till January 17
- Himalayan Weather: Rain/snow expected over Western Himalayan region including J&K (Jan 16–22)
FAQ Section
A1: IMD indicates winter conditions and atmospheric stability are supporting fog formation in the northern plains, while cold air influence is keeping temperatures low in pockets.
A2: IMD has indicated rain/snow is likely over the Western Himalayan region, including Jammu-Kashmir–Ladakh, with intensity depending on local terrain and elevation, especially during January 16–22.
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AUTHORSHIP & TRANSPARENCY
Reported by: KittoNews Desk | Edited by Gowhar Nabi
Source Transparency: Information in this article is based on IMD press releases and forecast bulletins on dense fog, cold wave conditions, and western disturbance impact.
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