Another low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 13, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted on Tuesday.

The system is expected to move northwestwards and intensify into a well-marked low-pressure area within the next 24 hours after its formation. It may further develop into a depression around November 15.However, the IMD has not yet issued any specific forecast on the likely rainfall or the states that may be affected by the system.

“The system was still in a preliminary stage, making it difficult to predict its intensity, movement and possible impact,” said weather expert Dr Jyoti Prakash Mishra.According to him, an upper-air cyclonic circulation is expected to develop before the system takes the shape of a low-pressure area around November 13.

Referring to the usual weather Patterns during October and November, Mishra said low-pressure systems developing over the Bay of Bengal during this period tend to have a greater impact on Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Odisha may experience comparatively less impact from the approaching system, although a definite assessment would be possible only after November 13.

He added that it was too early to determine the system’s exact direction, intensity, affected areas or the possibility of landfall.

Odisha Braces For 2-3°C Temperature Drop
Meanwhile, Odisha is likely to witness a drop of 2 to 3 degrees Celsius in minimum temperatures over the next two to four days. The fall is expected due to the inflow of cold and dry winds from the north and northwest, bringing cooler conditions across the state.However, if the developing weather system brings moisture towards Odisha, temperatures may rise. The exact impact will depend on the system’s movement and development.