Patna: After a brief respite from the heat due to cloudy skies and scattered rainfall, temperatures across Bihar are expected to rise again. The state experienced light showers accompanied by thunder and lightning in some areas, leading to a drop in temperature. However, the Meteorological Center in Patna has forecasted a gradual increase in temperature in the coming days.
Temperature Set to Rise
According to the weather department, the impact of westerly winds will make the weather dry, leading to a three to four-degree rise in maximum temperature over the next three to four days. Additionally, the minimum temperature is also expected to increase by one to three degrees within the next three days.
Rainfall in the Last 24 Hours
Several northern parts of Bihar recorded light rain in the last 24 hours. However, in some regions, the maximum temperature rose by two to five degrees, while in others, it remained normal.
Rainfall Data:
- Forbesganj: 33.2 mm
- Narpatganj: 24.0 mm
- Raniganj: 23.4 mm
- Jaynagar: 17.8 mm
- Purnia: 15.8 mm
- Madhepura: 9.0 mm
Patna and its surrounding areas remained partly cloudy on Sunday, maintaining a moderate climate.
Temperature Trends in the Capital
On Sunday, Patna’s maximum temperature rose by 2.3 degrees above normal, reaching 31.8°C. Gopalganj recorded the highest temperature in the state at 34.1°C. However, 25 districts, including Patna, witnessed a drop in maximum temperature.
Rain Likely in These 7 Districts
As per the Meteorological Department, light rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected in the following districts over the next 24 hours:
- Kishanganj
- Araria
- Purnia
- Katihar
- Bhagalpur
- Banka
- Madhepura
Temperature Drop Across Major Cities
Several major cities, including Patna, recorded a decline in maximum temperatures over the past 24 hours:
- Aurangabad: Down by 2.3°C
- Gaya: Down by 1.6°C
- Bhojpur: Down by 1.2°C
- Buxar: Down by 2.7°C
- Sasaram: Down by 1.9°C
- Sheikhpura: Down by 0.9°C
- Munger: Down by 0.3°C
- Supaul: Down by 1.8°C
- Madhubani: Down by 0.3°C
City-wise Temperature Data
| City | Max Temp (°C) | Min Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 31.8 | 20 |
| Gaya | 31.2 | 16 |
| Bhagalpur | 30.6 | 17.5 |
| Muzaffarpur | 30.4 | 20 |
With the expected rise in temperatures, residents are advised to prepare for warmer conditions while those in rain-prone districts should stay alert for possible thunderstorms.
