The weather department has forecast fog or mist during the early morning hours in several parts of Bihar from November 5. In Patna, foggy or misty conditions are likely during the mornings of November 5 and 6, followed by clear skies during the day.
On November 7 and 8, early morning fog or mist is also expected in Patna. While skies are likely to remain clear during the day, partly cloudy conditions may develop during the afternoon or evening.
On Monday, Patna recorded a maximum temperature of 29.9 degrees Celsius, which was 0.8 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature stood at 21.2 degrees Celsius, 3.4 degrees above normal. On Tuesday, the maximum and minimum temperatures in the city are expected to remain around 32 and 21 degrees Celsius, respectively.
From November 5, minimum temperatures in several parts of Bihar may settle between 18 and 20 degrees Celsius, compared to the current range of around 20 to 22 degrees Celsius in most areas. As a result, residents may experience a slight increase in chill during the early morning and night, while daytime conditions are likely to remain relatively warm.
No Weather Warning Issued for Bihar
The Meteorological Centre has not issued any special weather warning for any district in Bihar between November 2 and 8. There is no alert for thunderstorms, lightning or heavy rainfall during this period.
Meanwhile, Cyclonic Storm Murasu over the Bay of Bengal is moving towards the southern Andhra Pradesh coast.
Light Rain Recorded in Nawada
During the past 24 hours, light rainfall was recorded at isolated locations in Nawada district. Rajauli received the highest rainfall at 3.6 mm, followed by Meskaur, which recorded 2.8 mm. The remaining parts of Bihar largely experienced dry weather.
According to the weather department, dry conditions are likely to prevail across most parts of the state from November 3 to 8. However, isolated areas of northeastern Bihar may receive light rainfall due to local weather conditions.
Bhabua Records Highest Temperature at 34.3°C
On Monday, Bhabua in Kaimur district recorded the highest maximum temperature in the state at 34.3 degrees Celsius. Other high readings included 33.4 degrees Celsius in Aurangabad, 32.6 degrees in Sheikhpura, 32.2 degrees in Forbesganj (Araria) and 32 degrees in Supaul.
The maximum temperatures across Bihar ranged between 24.8 and 34.3 degrees Celsius.
The weather department said maximum temperatures had increased by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius at several places across the state during the past 24 hours. A further rise of 1 to 3 degrees is expected over the next 24 hours, after which no significant change in maximum temperatures is likely until November 4.
