Bihar is a state in eastern India that experiences both hot summers and chilly winters. While most parts of Bihar have moderate winter temperatures, some places get extremely cold, especially during December and January. The temperature in these areas can drop significantly, affecting daily life. People wear warm clothes and use heaters to stay comfortable. But which is the coldest place in Bihar? Let’s find us.
Bihar is a state in eastern India. It is the third most populated state and the 12th largest by area. The river Ganges divides Bihar from west to east. It shares borders with Uttar Pradesh, Nepal, West Bengal and Jharkhand. In 2000, southern Bihar became the state of Jharkhand. Most people live in villages and Bihar has the highest number of young people in India. Hindi is the official language.
Bihar has 38 districts, which are divided into 101 subdivisions and 535 community development (CD) blocks. These districts help in the smooth administration of the state and ensure better governance at the local level.
Gaya is known as the coldest place in Bihar, where winter temperatures often fall to around 4°C or even lower. The district experiences severe cold during December and January, with thick fog and icy winds making daily life hard. Despite the harsh weather, people find some comfort when the sun appears during the day, bringing a little warmth to the chilly surroundings.
On a winter day, Gaya recorded a minimum temperature of 4.6ºC, which was 4ºC lower than normal. The maximum temperature during the day was 19.6ºC. This made Gaya the coldest place in Bihar on that day.
Several factors cause cold waves in Gaya:
Apart from Gaya, some other districts also experience cold winters. These include:
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