Bengaluru Weather: Cold Conditions Persist, Light Rain Likely; Northern Karnataka Under Yellow Alert

Bengaluru weather continues to remain cold as a sharp chill tightens its grip across Karnataka, with minimum temperatures in the capital dipping to around 14 degrees Celsius. Light drizzle in a few parts of Bengaluru, combined with misty mornings and dry winds, has added to discomfort for residents over the past two days.

The cold spell is no longer limited to night hours. Daytime temperatures in Bengaluru have also dropped below normal levels, while thick cloud cover has persisted over the city. Several areas reported fog during early morning hours, affecting visibility and daily routines.

Karnataka weather forecast: Cold wave and yellow alert till January 14

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), cold winds and misty conditions are likely to continue in parts of Karnataka till January 14. While south interior Karnataka may receive light rain over the next couple of days, the showers are expected to be brief and patchy, offering little relief from the cold.

IMD has issued a yellow alert for Bidar, Kalaburagi, Dharwad and Vijayapura, warning of severe cold conditions. Residents in these districts have been advised to remain cautious, especially during early mornings and late evenings.

Bengaluru weather and dry conditions across Karnataka

Despite occasional drizzle, Bengaluru weather is expected to remain largely dry over the coming days, with cold air and cloud cover keeping temperatures low. Several south interior districts, including Bengaluru Urban and Rural, Mysuru, Mandya, Ramanagara, Tumakuru, Chikkaballapur and Kolar, are also experiencing dry but chilly conditions.

Coastal Karnataka, covering Udupi, Dakshina Kannada and Uttara Kannada, is witnessing dry weather as well. Even though daytime sunshine is present along the coast, the overall air remains cool, in line with the broader Karnataka weather pattern.

North interior Karnataka remains cold and dry

North interior Karnataka continues to face persistent dry weather, along with cold winds. Districts such as Belagavi, Bagalkote, Gadag, Haveri, Koppal, Raichur, Yadgir and Ballari are expected to remain dry for the next few days under the current Karnataka weather forecast.

Overall, Karnataka is going through an extended cold spell, with Bengaluru weather marked by low temperatures, mist and occasional drizzle. With the yellow alert in place for select northern districts and dry conditions elsewhere, the IMD indicates that cold conditions are likely to persist across the state at least till mid-January.