India experienced its fifth driest December since 1901, with national rainfall 69% below average, totaling 4.9 mm. Delhi recorded no rainfall, its second-driest December in a decade. Central India saw its lowest rainfall in over 124 years. Factors cited include weak western disturbances and unfavorable weather patterns. Widespread dense fog also affected many regions. Dry conditions are predicted for northern India, while central India and Uttar Pradesh may see above-normal rainfall from January to March.