Patna: Devotees preparing for Chhath Puja in Bihar are likely to get relief from rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting dry weather on November 15, the main festival day.
According to the Patna Meteorological Centre’s forecast, there is no significant chance of rain during the morning and evening arghya offerings. However, light to moderate fog or mist may develop in several districts of north and northeastern Bihar during the early morning hours.
Patna Likely to Have Clear Skies on November 15
The sky over Patna is expected to remain mainly clear on November 15. The maximum temperature may hover around 30°C, while the minimum is likely to remain near 19°C.
No special weather warning has been issued for the state capital for the day. The forecast suggests that weather conditions are likely to remain favourable for devotees visiting Chhath ghats, although some morning mist cannot be ruled out.
Seven Districts May Experience Morning Fog
The IMD has indicated the possibility of fog or mist in parts of north and northeastern Bihar.
The districts that may experience reduced visibility during the morning include:
- West Champaran
- East Champaran
- Sitamarhi
- Madhubani
- Araria
- Purnia
- Kishanganj
Light to moderate fog may occur in these areas, particularly during the early morning hours. Visibility is expected to improve as the day progresses and sunlight becomes stronger.
Devotees travelling to riverbanks and ponds for the morning arghya should remain cautious while travelling through fog-affected areas.
November 10: Dry Weather Across Bihar
According to the forecast, November 10 is expected to remain dry across all districts of Bihar, with no rainfall warning in place.
Light to moderate fog or mist may occur in several areas during the morning.
In northwestern and north-central Bihar, maximum temperatures are likely to remain between 30°C and 32°C, while minimum temperatures may range from 20°C to 22°C.
In northeastern and southwestern Bihar, maximum temperatures could reach 32°C to 34°C.
Light Rain Possible in 12 Districts on November 11
The weather department has forecast the possibility of light rain at isolated places in 12 districts on November 11, particularly in southeastern Bihar.
After this spell, weather conditions are expected to become dry again. The forecast indicates that November 12 and 13 will largely remain dry, although morning mist or light fog may occur at some places.
The sky is expected to remain mainly clear on November 14.
Temperature Forecast for Seven Major Cities
The forecast for seven cities, as provided in the source report, indicates the following maximum and minimum temperatures:
| City | Maximum Temperature | Minimum Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Patna | 30°C | 20°C |
| Bhagalpur | 30°C | 22°C |
| Muzaffarpur | 30°C | 19°C |
| Purnia | 32°C | 20°C |
| Araria | 34°C | 22°C |
| Gaya | 32°C | 22°C |
| Munger | 32°C | 22°C |
Weather Outlook From November 12 to 15
The IMD’s forecast indicates that Bihar is likely to experience mainly dry weather from November 12 to 15.
- November 12: Dry weather; morning mist possible at isolated places.
- November 13: Mainly dry, with light fog possible in some areas.
- November 14: Sky likely to remain mainly clear.
- November 15: Dry weather expected on Chhath Puja day, with morning fog possible in parts of north and northeastern Bihar.
Devotees Advised to Take Precautions
The forecast suggests that rainfall is unlikely to disrupt Chhath Puja celebrations in Bihar. However, fog during the early morning hours could affect visibility on roads leading to ghats.
Devotees are advised to travel carefully, particularly before sunrise, and follow local traffic and safety instructions while reaching the riverbanks and other worship sites.
The weather department’s district-level forecasts may be updated as the festival approaches, so residents should keep track of the latest advisories.
