Munnar hill station records sub-zero temperatures as Chenduvarai hits -1°C

Munnar hill station in Idukki is experiencing sub-zero temperatures, with Chenduvarai recording -1°C on Saturday. This marks the lowest temperature of the season, while Munnar town saw a morning temperature of 3°C. Other areas near Munnar also reported low temperatures, with Devikulam at 1°C and Silent Valley at 2°C. Typically, frost appears in early January, but this year, cold weather has extended into February. Tourism in Munnar may benefit from the cold, as many visitors prefer winter visits. However, prolonged frost could harm the tea farming sector, which is a concern for local stakeholders.