Patna : Bihar is set to witness a sharp rise in temperatures over the next few days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of an increase of up to 4 degrees Celsius across the state. After a brief respite, where maximum and minimum temperatures dropped by 1 to 3 degrees in the past 24 hours, the heat is expected to return as dry westerly winds sweep through most parts of the region.
Temperatures to climb across the state
The maximum temperature in Patna was recorded at 35.5°C on Sunday, with Gaya and Khagaria experiencing the highest temperatures at 37.2°C. However, despite a temporary dip in temperatures across 17 cities, including Patna, the mercury is likely to climb again in the coming 3-4 days.
According to the Patna Meteorological Centre, a rise of 2 to 4 degrees is expected in both maximum and minimum temperatures, though the presence of mild cold winds during the morning and evening may provide temporary relief.
Heatwave conditions expected in most parts
The IMD has warned that dry weather will prevail due to the dominance of westerly winds. Gusty winds are expected in most districts, except the northeastern parts of the state. Meanwhile, a circulation of cyclonic winds over the southeast Bay of Bengal and northeast Assam could influence the weather patterns slightly, but no major impact is anticipated.
City-wise temperature trends
Despite the drop in temperatures over the past 24 hours, several cities, including Arwal, Khagaria, Munger, Samastipur, and Madhubani, recorded an increase in minimum temperatures. Patna recorded a minimum temperature of 20.5°C, down by 2.3 degrees. The lowest minimum temperature was recorded in Banka and Sitamarhi at 12.8°C.
Here’s a breakdown of temperatures in key cities:
City Maximum (°C) Minimum (°C)
- Patna 35.5 20.5
- Gaya 37.2 15.8
- Bhagalpur 35.1 17.4
- Muzaffarpur 35.4 21.9
Relief during mornings and evenings.
Though the heat is expected to intensify, light cold winds in the mornings and evenings might offer brief relief from the scorching temperatures. However, with dry weather persisting, residents are advised to prepare for a significant rise in heat over the next few days.
