Patna: Bihar is set to enter a fresh spell of intense summer heat, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heatwave conditions across several parts of the state from June 5 after a brief period of dry weather.
According to the latest forecast issued by the Meteorological Centre in Patna, most parts of Bihar are expected to remain dry on June 4, with little or no chance of rainfall. Clear skies and rising temperatures are likely to pave the way for a heatwave that could persist for up to four days.
Meteorologists have warned that the impact will be most pronounced in western, north-western and south-western districts of the state.
Yellow Alert Issued For 11 Districts
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions on June 5 in 11 districts: West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Buxar, Bhojpur, Arwal, Aurangabad, Rohtas and Kaimur.
Officials said temperatures are expected to rise rapidly across these regions, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses.
The warning comes as Bihar continues to experience unusually warm nights, with minimum temperatures recorded between 3.1C and 5C above normal levels in several locations. The elevated night-time temperatures have reduced relief from heat and humidity after sunset.
Heatwave May Spread To More Districts
The weather department has forecast that heatwave conditions will continue across parts of South Bihar on June 6 before expanding further.
By June 7, districts including Patna, Nalanda, Gaya and Begusarai could also experience heatwave conditions. On June 8, the yellow alert is expected to cover most of South Bihar along with selected districts in North Bihar.
Meteorologists said some respite from the extreme heat may arrive after June 9.
Strong Winds Expected
While rainfall is not expected, strong winds are forecast across the state between June 6 and June 9, with speeds ranging from 40 to 50 kmph.
Over the past 24 hours, the highest wind speed recorded in Bihar was 48 kmph in Dumraon.
Officials said the winds may provide limited relief but are unlikely to significantly reduce daytime temperatures.
Buxar Records Highest Temperature
Temperatures have already begun to climb across the state.
On June 3, Buxar recorded Bihar’s highest maximum temperature at 40.6C. Temperatures also crossed the 40C mark in Kaimur, Rohtas and West Champaran.
Patna recorded a maximum temperature of 39.2C, while most other districts remained below 40C.
Meteorological data also showed a slight rise in temperatures in Muzaffarpur, Motihari, Araria’s Forbesganj, Darbhanga, Sabour in Bhagalpur district, Rajgir in Nalanda district and Ziradei in Siwan district.
With dry weather expected to dominate over the coming days, weather officials have advised residents to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, remain hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses as Bihar heads into what could be its most intense heatwave spell of the season so far.
