Shillong, Feb 7: The last cold before hot season in Meghalaya is being felt across the state, with mornings and nights still chilly in Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawkyrwat, Tura, and other towns. Daytime temperatures are slowly rising, giving a glimpse of warmer days ahead. Early mornings remain cold, with mist or fog in some areas, while afternoons are becoming more comfortable.
Residents say mornings are the hardest part of the day. People who need to prepare breakfast and pack tiffin before heading to work or office have to adjust their routines. Even after sunrise, the chill lasts for a few hours, making daily chores, office work, and business routines more challenging. Many people layer up with warm clothes and drink hot tea to cope with the cold.
With schools and colleges reopening, parents are busier than usual. They juggle children’s school routines along with office work and household tasks. This makes early mornings even more hectic. Many families wake up earlier than usual to finish preparations for both work and school.
Senior citizens and elders face even greater difficulties. The cold makes it hard for them to move around or complete daily activities. Families often help them manage their routines while also handling their own responsibilities.
Office workers, shopkeepers, and daily wage earners say fixed office and business hours mean they must face the cold, even if starting the day is uncomfortable. Many workplaces notice that employees take extra time to settle into work during chilly mornings.
Meteorologists say this period is a natural transition from winter to the hot season. The cold is expected to fade gradually over the next few weeks. By late February and March, mornings and days will be warmer and more pleasant.
Residents are adjusting their schedules, managing school, office, and household tasks, and preparing for the warmer days ahead. The final cold spell is a reminder of the seasonal change, and locals are learning to cope patiently.
