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IMD Forecasts Dry Diwali Weather Across Odisha, Cooler Nights Expected
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🗓 08 Nov 2026, 06:16 PM
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The India Meteorological Department says Odisha will experience dry conditions on Diwali, with night temperatures expected to fall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a weather outlook for the upcoming Diwali festival, indicating that the entire state of Odisha is likely to remain dry throughout the holiday period. No significant rainfall is forecast for any district, reducing the risk of weather‑related disruptions to celebrations.
While daytime conditions are expected to stay clear and moderately warm, the department warned that night-time temperatures will dip, making evenings cooler than usual. Residents are advised to dress accordingly, especially those planning to stay outdoors after sunset.
Authorities have welcomed the dry forecast, noting that it should facilitate safe lighting of fireworks and other traditional festivities. Nonetheless, officials continue to urge the public to handle pyrotechnics responsibly and to stay alert for any sudden changes in weather.
The outlook aligns with the typical pre‑winter pattern observed across eastern India, where humidity drops and night temperatures begin to fall as the season transitions.
While daytime conditions are expected to stay clear and moderately warm, the department warned that night-time temperatures will dip, making evenings cooler than usual. Residents are advised to dress accordingly, especially those planning to stay outdoors after sunset.
Authorities have welcomed the dry forecast, noting that it should facilitate safe lighting of fireworks and other traditional festivities. Nonetheless, officials continue to urge the public to handle pyrotechnics responsibly and to stay alert for any sudden changes in weather.
The outlook aligns with the typical pre‑winter pattern observed across eastern India, where humidity drops and night temperatures begin to fall as the season transitions.