The onset of winter-like conditions in Tripura may take another five to seven days, with the state continuing to experience unusually high temperatures due to a cyclonic weather system developing over the Bay of Bengal, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) scientist Partha Roy.
Roy explained that although the weather system is not expected to directly affect Tripura, its outer rain bands could bring isolated spells of light rainfall to some parts of the state over the next few days.
According to the IMD, light rain is possible at one or two places in South Tripura, Gomati, Sepahijala and North Tripura on Tuesday. Similar weather conditions may prevail across different districts on October 28 and 29, with isolated rainfall remaining a possibility.
The system is expected to make landfall near Visakhapatnam on October 28. However, Tripura is unlikely to face any significant impact due to its distance from the anticipated landfall area. No weather warning has been issued for the state, Roy said.
Meanwhile, temperatures across Tripura have remained considerably above normal. The maximum temperature is currently hovering around 34–35°C, compared with the seasonal average of approximately 31°C. Roy attributed the unusual warmth to weather patterns associated with cyclonic circulations over the Bay of Bengal, which can influence temperature conditions in northeastern India.
The persistent warmth has delayed the arrival of the familiar seasonal chill, leaving residents waiting for cooler weather as the state moves towards the winter season.
However, the situation is expected to improve gradually after the current weather system weakens or moves away. According to Roy, temperatures may return closer to normal levels over the next five to seven days, potentially bringing more comfortable and seasonally appropriate weather to Tripura.
