Prayagraj Weather LATEST Update: Severe Cold Wave Hits Mela Pilgrims; Check Forecast

Published : Jan 05, 2026, 07:50 AM IST

Prayagraj Weather LATEST Update: For the past few days, there's been a severe cold spell across UP, including Prayagraj. Meanwhile, the Magh Mela has started in Prayag. The weather department has issued a cold alert for the Kalpvasis (pilgrims)

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Weather Department Forecast

According to the weather department, since Jan 2nd, the biting cold in Prayagraj has intensified due to cold days, fog, and a cold wave. No relief is expected for a few days.

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January 5th Temperature

On Monday, Jan 5th, the max day temperature in Prayagraj will be around 16 degrees, dropping below 9 degrees at night. Residents will experience severe cold due to this drop.

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Dense Fog

On Jan 5th, dense fog will cover most UP districts, including Prayagraj, Meerut, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Varanasi. The fog will be present in the morning and at night.

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Fog Alert

On Monday, Jan 5th, a cold-day and fog alert is in effect for Prayagraj, Amethi, Raebareli, Sultanpur, Ayodhya, Kanpur, Agra, and other districts.

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MaghMela Weather

The weather dept has alerted pilgrims at the Magh Mela. Due to dense fog and a cold wave at the Sangam, people are advised to wear warm clothes and use bonfires for warmth.

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