The state capital, Kohima, is experiencing a sharp decline in temper-atures, marking the arrival of the winter season.
During the first week of December, temperatures hovered around a warm 28°C during the day and 15°C at night. However, recent days have seen daytime highs drop to 22°C, with nighttime lows plummeting to 9°C.
Looking ahead, January and February are expected to be the coldest months, with daytime highs averaging 20°C and nighttime lows dipping to a chilly 4°C. January is forecasted to bring more sunny days or partly cloudy days. In contrast, February may witness fewer clear skies.
As March approaches, temperatures are expected to rise, offering some relief from the winter chill, with highs around 25°C and lows near 11°C.
Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has issued advisories for potential ground frost in isolated pockets of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Colder weather can have various health implications, particularly increased risk of respiratory ill-nesses such as the common cold.