Patna: The monsoon has now completely enveloped Bihar, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for rain across all 38 districts of the state for Thursday. The weather department has forecast a mix of light to heavy rainfall over the next five days, urging residents to remain alert, especially in areas prone to waterlogging and lightning.
According to the Patna Meteorological Centre, there is no significant change expected in maximum or minimum temperatures over the next five days. Due to overcast skies and continuous rainfall, residents will experience relief from the oppressive humidity that typically marks the early monsoon season.
Heavy Rain Likely in Several Districts
While rainfall is expected statewide on Friday, IMD has specifically warned of heavy rain in Katihar, Kaimur, and Rohtas. The alert also includes warnings for thunderstorms and lightning across the state. On Saturday, heavy rain is anticipated in Gaya, Nawada, Rohtas, Kaimur, and Sheikhpura. Intermittent rainfall and cloudy skies will likely persist in most districts until July 7.
Waterfall Swells in Rohtas, Tourists Flee
On Wednesday, rainfall was reported in Patna, Bhagalpur, Munger, Bettiah, Muzaffarpur, and Kishanganj. In Rohtas, the Mahadev Khoh Waterfall in Nauhatta witnessed a sudden surge in water flow, creating panic among nearby shopkeepers and tourists. The forceful stream was seen crashing directly onto the adjacent Shiva temple, in what many described as a natural ‘jalabhishek’ of Lord Mahadev. Videos of the dramatic scene have surfaced and are being widely circulated online.
Temperature Overview
Chhapra recorded the highest temperature in the last 24 hours at 35.2°C, while the lowest was 32.0°C in Banka. Despite rain, slight humidity may persist due to moisture-laden winds.
Patna Forecast: Cloudy Skies, Light to Moderate Rain
For Patna, the IMD predicts overcast skies with light to moderate showers likely post-noon. The maximum temperature will hover between 32–34°C, and the minimum will range from 25–26°C. Humidity levels will remain moderately high.
What’s Driving the Rains?
Meteorologists attribute the current rain patterns to easterly winds from the Bay of Bengal and an active monsoon trough line stretching across Sriganganagar, Rohtak, Kanpur, Varanasi, Jharkhand, and into the east-central Bay of Bengal. This setup is facilitating continuous formation of rain-bearing clouds over both north and south Bihar.
