Delhi recorded its coldest December day of the season on December 18, 2025, with the maximum temperature dropping to 20.1°C, 2.1 notches below normal. Dense fog disrupted visibility, while the minimum temperature stood at 9°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) expects cold conditions to persist, with more foggy mornings ahead.
Delhi’s winter tightened its grip on Thursday as the city recorded its lowest maximum temperature of December 2025 at 20.1°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This was significantly cooler than the season’s earlier lows of 23.7°C (December 4) and 24.3°C (November).
The minimum temperature stood at 9°C, slightly above the seasonal average, but the biting chill was accentuated by dense fog and reduced visibility, affecting early morning commuters. The IMD noted that the day’s maximum was 2.1 degrees below normal, making it the coldest day of the month so far.
Comparisons with previous years highlight the severity of the dip: in December 2024, Delhi’s lowest maximum was 14.6°C, while in earlier years it hovered between 15–18°C. This year’s reading, though not record-breaking, underscores the city’s fluctuating winter patterns influenced by western disturbances and fog formation.
Major Takeaways
Coldest Day: Maximum temperature dropped to 20.1°C, 2.1°C below normal.
Minimum Temperature: Recorded at 9°C, slightly above average.
Fog Impact: Dense fog reduced visibility, affecting traffic and flights.
Seasonal Comparison: Previous lows—23.7°C (Dec 4), 24.3°C (Nov); last year’s lowest was 14.6°C.
Weather Outlook: IMD forecasts continued cold conditions with foggy mornings in coming days.
Conclusion
Delhi’s coldest December day of the season reflects the city’s volatile winter climate, where fog, western disturbances, and temperature swings combine to create challenging conditions. With the IMD predicting more chilly mornings, residents are advised to prepare for persistent cold waves and reduced visibility as the capital heads deeper into winter.
Sources: India TV News, Moneycontrol, IMD Data.