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Varanasi/Prayagraj/Kanpur: The cold wave tightened its grip over Uttar Pradesh on Friday as rains lashed various parts of the state.

If you thought December was an unusually mild month across the Tri-State, you'd be correct.

Dal Lake and other Kashmir water bodies witness ice formation amid cold wave conditions, officials report on Saturday.

Get latest articles and stories on Latest News at LatestLY. Delhi witnessed moderate fog on Saturday morning while the minimum temperature settled at 8.9 degrees Celsius, two notches above the season's average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Delhi Weather Update: City Sees Moderate Fog, Minimum Temperature Settles at 8.9 Degrees Celsius (Watch Video).

Cold wave-like conditions have enveloped Kashmir, leading to a thin layer of ice forming on Dal Lake and other water bodies. The region is currently in the grip of "Chilla-i-Kalan," a 40-day harsh winter period marked by a cold wave, freezing temperatures, and a high likelihood of snowfall. Minimum temperatures dropped below minus 4 degrees Celsius in several areas, with Srinagar recording minus 5.4 degrees Celsius.

Chandigarh School Timings Change Order, Weather Update Latest News: Given dense fog and cold wave conditions in Chandigarh, the timings of all government, aided, and private schools in the city have been changed. Now, the schools cannot open before 9:30 am and will have to close on or before 3 pm. As of now, the timings of the government schools are from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Residents of Ludhiana continued to face a cold wave as the city experienced chilly and foggy conditions. Stay updated with the latest news on the weather in Ludhiana.

This precautionary measure, announced on a Saturday prior to January 6, 2024, applies to educational institutions affiliated with various boards, including the state board, CBSE, ICSE, IB, and others.

The chances of snowfall are the highest during this period and most areas, particularly the higher reaches, receive heavy snowfall. Srinagar city recorded a minimum temperature of minus 5.4 degrees Celsius on Friday night, down from minus 3 degrees Celsius recorded on the previous night

Dense fog and cold temperatures continue to affect Delhi, with the city experiencing cold day conditions for a third day in a row. The maximum temperature on Thursday was seven degrees below normal, while Friday saw temperatures five degrees below normal. The minimum temperature on Saturday was two degrees above normal. Marginal relief is expected from January 8 onwards, with warmer winds and a chance of light rain on January 9 and 10. Delhis air quality remains in the very poor category. The ci...