Low-pressure over BoB on Nov 22: IMD yet to clarify Odisha impact, cyclone possibility

A new low-pressure system is likely to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal on November 22, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated, with early assessments showing that the system may intensify as it travels across the sea.

However, the weather authorities have not issued any prediction so far on whether the disturbance will develop into a cyclone or which coastal areas may face a strong impact. 

Meanwhile, the winter chill that gripped Odisha earlier this week has eased marginally, with the weather office forecasting a rise of 2 to 3°C in minimum temperatures across most districts over the next three days.

Low Pressure Likely To Intensify Into Depression

According to initial projections, once the low-pressure area forms, it is likely to drift in a west–northwest direction and gradually strengthen. By November 24, the system may intensify into a depression over the central south Bay of Bengal.

IMD predictions stated that further strengthening is expected over the next 48 hours as the system shifts southwest into deeper ocean waters, although no advisory has been issued on wind impact or rainfall zones at this stage.

As of the latest developments, IMD has not released any estimates regarding its final intensity or whether it could evolve into a cyclonic circulation, despite some global models suggesting the intensification.

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Odisha’s Cold Conditions Shift

Over the last two days, Jharsuguda recorded 11°C at 5:30 am, while Kandhamal’s G. Udayagiri dropped to a biting 5.4°C, among the coldest recorded points in the state this season. Earlier this week, six towns registered temperatures below 10°C, indicating the intensity of cold weather before the recent marginal rise.

The drop in temperatures has coincided with dense fog conditions in many areas, disrupting travel for morning commuters.

The IMD is expected to provide a clearer assessment once the system forms over the sea and its trajectory becomes more definitive. Monitoring over the next 72–96 hours will determine if the low-pressure system strengthens into a significant system or remains limited to sea-based circulation.