Weather Update: February 10, 2026 — When Will Winter Return to Delhi-NCR? IMD Issues Forecast for Several States

New Delhi: The cold wave across many parts of India is gradually weakening as temperatures continue to rise, especially in the northern plains. While mornings still remain slightly chilly, daytime temperatures are climbing steadily, indicating that winter is slowly bidding farewell in several regions.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a mild rise in temperature over the coming days, while hill states such as Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir may experience snowfall and rainfall in higher altitudes.

Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast

The IMD has predicted that Delhi-NCR will continue to see stable weather conditions with mild fog during early mornings.

On February 9, Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 24°C and a minimum of 9°C, along with light haze.

For February 10, the temperature is expected to rise further:

• Maximum: 25°C
• Minimum: 10°C
• Weather Condition: Light fog or haze may persist during the morning hours.

From February 11 to February 15, no major changes are expected. The weather will remain largely dry, though partly cloudy skies may appear occasionally. Morning fog is likely to continue.

During this period:

• Maximum Temperature: 22°C to 27°C
• Minimum Temperature: 10°C to 13°C

Temperature in Major Cities (Forecast/Recent Trends)

• Delhi: 27°C / 9°C
• Mumbai: 35°C / 18°C
• Kolkata: 28°C / 16°C
• Chennai: 31°C / 21°C
• Lucknow: 26°C / 10°C
• Patna: 26°C / 14°C
• Ranchi: 25°C / 11°C
• Bhopal: 28°C / 11°C
• Jaipur: 25°C / 10°C
• Shimla: 15°C / 7°C
• Nainital: 16°C / 8°C

Uttar Pradesh: Dense Fog Alert Till 9 AM

In Uttar Pradesh, winter conditions are weakening, with rising temperatures in the afternoon. However, cold winds and dense fog continue to affect several districts during early morning hours.

IMD has issued a dense to very dense fog alert for 24 districts of Uttar Pradesh on February 10. The warning is expected to remain effective until 9 AM, after which visibility is likely to improve and the weather may turn clear.

Uttarakhand: Rain and Snowfall Likely in Higher Regions

The weather department has also issued warnings for Uttarakhand, predicting light rainfall in mountainous districts and snowfall in higher altitude areas.

Districts such as Uttarkashi, Chamoli and Pithoragarh may witness scattered rain, while regions like Dehradun, Tehri, Rudraprayag, Bageshwar and Almora could also receive very light showers.

This may result in a slight dip in temperatures across the hill state.

Tamil Nadu: Morning Mist in Several Districts

Southern India is also experiencing a gradual rise in temperature. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast that parts of Tamil Nadu may witness light mist during early morning hours, which could reduce visibility temporarily.

However, the overall weather is expected to remain mostly dry, and temperatures are likely to increase steadily in the coming days.

Winter Slowly Fading in Plains

Overall, IMD reports suggest that winter is weakening in the plains of North India, while snowfall and rain are expected to continue in hilly regions. People in fog-prone areas are advised to remain cautious, especially during early morning travel hours.