IND vs AFG 1st T20I, Mohali Weather report: Chilly conditions expected for opener

Listen to Story India and Afghanistan are all set to lock horns in the opener of the T20I series on Thursday, January 11. This will be the final series for both sides ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024 in the USA and the West Indies. The hosts welcome back some seasoned campaigners . , but the Indian team is expected to be strong.

With that in mind, how does the weather look ahead of the opening contest? As the city of Mohali prepares to host the first T20I cricket match between India and Afghanistan on January 11, all eyes are on the weather forecast to ensure a smooth game. The Punjab Cricket Association Stadium is set to witness this exciting encounter, and fortunately for players and fans alike, no rain is expected to disrupt the proceedings.

The weather is anticipated to be chilly throughout the day, with average daytime temperatures hovering around 13°C, which may drop to approximately 10°C at night. Despite the absence of rain, the match faces other weather related challenges. With the peak of the North Indian winter, the temperature during match hours is expected to range between 9 12°C.

Fog could pose visibility issues, and heavy dew is likely to settle on the outfield as the evening progresses, potentially affecting play. The game is expected to start at 7 PM IST, with the toss 30 minutes before that. The minimum temperature on the day is forecasted to be around 5 6 degrees Celsius, with the maximum temperature reaching up to 16 degrees Celsius.

Historical data suggests that January in Mohali typically sees highs of 68°F (20°C) and lows of 44°F (7°C), but specific conditions for the match day indicate slightly cooler temperatures. Visibility concerns due to fog and the challenge of dew are significant considerations for the teams. However, with no precipitation expected and a mere 10% cloud cover, the match is set to go ahead without interruptions from rainfall..