Get ready for a colder-than-usual winter in North India
If you're in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, or Faridabad, get ready—this winter could be the coldest you've felt in years.
Meteorologists say La Nina is likely to kick in between October and December 2025, which usually means stronger cold waves and much heavier fog across North India.
Expect a longer and more intense winter season stretching into early 2026.
Prepare for the cold
La Nina winters often bring sharper cold snaps and can make daily life tougher—think more layers, foggy mornings, and possible disruptions.
The US Climate Prediction Center puts the odds of La Nina at 71% by this December (dropping a bit to 54% by February).
The Indian Meteorological Department also expects North India to be colder than usual this year—with January 2026 possibly breaking records for chill.
If you're sensitive to the cold or have health concerns, it's worth planning ahead!