New Year 2026 Weather Update brings fresh concern for Punjab residents as several districts remain under the grip of dense fog. On Tuesday morning, thick fog reduced visibility across Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and surrounding areas, slowing traffic and disrupting daily movement. Chandigarh also witnessed similar conditions, with vehicles crawling due to poor visibility.
Weather experts warn that the cold will intensify with the arrival of the New Year. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall in higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh over the next 96 hours. This weather system will push icy winds into the plains, impacting Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, Delhi, and parts of Rajasthan.
After snowfall, a strong cold wave from the mountains is expected to sweep across North India. Night temperatures in several Himachal towns may drop between 4 and 7 degrees Celsius. Punjab and Chandigarh could see minimum temperatures fall further to 2–4 degrees Celsius during early January.
Health experts advise people to stay warm, avoid early morning travel, and take extra care during foggy hours. Farmers may benefit from moisture, but commuters should remain cautious as dense fog is likely to persist in the coming days.
