Patna: Dry weather conditions continue across Bihar due to the influence of westerly winds, with most parts of the state witnessing partly cloudy skies and a mild chill during morning and evening hours. According to the Meteorological Centre in Patna, no significant change in temperature is expected over the next two days. Wind speeds are likely to range between 30 and 40 kmph.
The weather office said a cyclonic circulation over the southeast Bay of Bengal is maintaining moisture levels in the atmosphere, leading to partial cloud cover at some locations.
On Sunday, the lowest minimum temperature in the state was recorded at 10.3 degrees Celsius in Kishanganj, while Patna registered a minimum of 14.8 degrees Celsius. Purnea reported the lowest visibility at 1,200 metres.
Patna and adjoining areas continued to experience dry conditions with partly cloudy skies. A mild cold effect was felt during early morning and late evening hours.
The maximum temperature in Patna on Sunday was recorded at 26.4 degrees Celsius, while Kaimur reported the highest maximum temperature in the state at 29.5 degrees Celsius. Except for Motihari, Buxar, Gaya and Forbesganj, most districts, including Patna, recorded a rise in maximum temperatures.
Temperature in Major Cities
City – Maximum (°C) – Minimum (°C)
Patna – 26.4 – 14.8
Gaya – 26.8 – 11.2
Bhagalpur – 26.7 – 11.7
Muzaffarpur – 25.8 – 14.5
Gaya recorded the coldest night among major cities with a minimum temperature of 11.2 degrees Celsius.
The current weather pattern indicates continued cold wave conditions in parts of Bihar, with night temperatures ranging between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius. Dense fog is likely during morning and evening hours in several areas, the weather department said.
