Nagpur: Winter seems to be quietly announcing its arrival in the city, with the mercury dipping below the 15°C mark for the first time this season. Nagpur recorded a minimum temperature of 14.6°C on Saturday, bringing a noticeable nip in the air and giving residents their first real taste of winter.
Elsewhere in Vidarbha, Gondia recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 13°C, followed by Nagpur at 14.6°C and Wardha at 15.4°C. Akola remained the warmest during the day, recording a maximum of 34.9°C. The mercury dipped further as Saturday evening progressed, with the chill becoming more pronounced soon after sundown. The change in weather brought a pleasant touch to the day, offering residents a welcome break from the lingering warmth of recent weeks. The cooler conditions added to the festive atmosphere as people stepped out to shop, meet friends and make preparations for Diwali . Markets and neighbourhoods were abuzz with festive activity, with the pleasant weather adding to the mood ahead of the festival of lights.