Night Temperatures Climb Faster Across Odisha, Officials Warn

The state weather department said that night‑time temperatures across Odisha have shown a noticeable upward trend over the past few weeks, outpacing the usual seasonal rise. Data from a network of automatic weather stations indicate that minimum temperatures are climbing faster than daytime highs in several districts.

Officials compared the recent readings with historical averages and found the current nocturnal rise to be several degrees above the norm for this period. The trend has been observed consistently in coastal and interior regions, suggesting a broad climatic shift rather than isolated local effects.

Authorities warned that prolonged higher night temperatures could exacerbate heat‑related health risks, affect crop respiration cycles, and increase electricity demand for cooling. The department urged residents to stay hydrated, use appropriate ventilation at night, and monitor updates from the meteorological helpline.