Summer outbreak in Chandigarh: Temperature beyond 45 degrees, rain and thunderstorm alert: The heat in Chandigarh and its surrounding areas has disturbed people. The temperature has crossed 45 degrees Celsius, causing everyone to be sweaty. However, the weather patterns are going to change soon.
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for light rain and strong thunderstorms from May 19 to 21. What are the reasons behind this scorching heat and possible seasonal change? Come, let’s understand the latest state of Chandigarh and know how to live the next few days.
In the last 24 hours, the temperature has set a new record in many cities of Chandigarh and Punjab. The mercury in Bathinda reached 45.2 ° C, which is 2.7 degrees above normal. Chandigarh also recorded a temperature of 40.8 degrees, which remained unbearable for local residents.
According to the Meteorological Department, the temperature increased by 0.8 degrees on the previous day, and mercury in more than 12 cities was above 40 degrees. Today, the weather will remain dry on May 18, and there is no special alert. But the hope of relief from the heat is low.
There is silence on the streets of Chandigarh in the afternoon. People are taking shelter of coolers and ACs in homes. Local residents say that this time the heat has broken the record of the last several years. But this spicy attitude of the weather is going to be softened soon.
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for many districts of Chandigarh and Punjab from May 19 to 21. Due to the active western disturbance, there will be a big change in the weather. During this period, light to moderate rain and strong winds are expected to blow, whose speed can be up to 40-50 kilometers per hour. Along with this, there will be a danger of lightning with thunderstorms.
On May 19, there is a possibility of rain in districts like Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Patiala. On May 20, there will be a light rains and thunderstorms in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Rupnagar. At the same time, on May 21, rain and strong winds in areas like Ferozepur, Bathinda, and Sangrur will cool the weather. In Chandigarh, the weather is expected to get relief in these three days.
Today, on May 18, the weather will be dry and hot in Chandigarh. The sky will remain clean, and the temperature will be between 25 to 41 degrees Celsius. The mercury in Amritsar will be 25 to 43 degrees, 23 to 42 degrees in Jalandhar, 25 to 43 degrees in Ludhiana, and 27 to 43 degrees in Patiala. The weather will also be hot and dry in Mohali, where the temperature will be between 28 to 42 degrees.
Although there is no possibility of rain today, it is necessary to take care to avoid heat. People are avoiding getting out of the house in the afternoon, and the crowd is also less visible in the markets.
The rains and thunderstorms starting from May 19 will bring relief for the people of Chandigarh and Punjab. The temperature is expected to drop by 2-3 degrees, which will reduce the effect of heat. But some precautions will have to be taken due to strong winds and electricity. There may be a risk of slippery and falling trees on the roads.
The beauty of Chandigarh enhances more with rain. People are excited to enjoy the rain in Sukhna Lake and the greenery of the city. But the Meteorological Department has warned that avoid living in open fields during electricity.
The weather of Chandigarh has always been known for its diversity. Summer may be sharp, but rain and winters give the city a different color. This time the heat harassed the people, but the upcoming rain and thunderstorms are preparing to make the weather pleasant.
According to the Meteorological Department, after May 21, the weather in Chandigarh will be somewhat stable. The temperature may remain between 35–38 degrees, and the rain may stop. But it will take time to end the heat completely. The weather fluctuations are likely to continue till the beginning of June.
The people of Chandigarh advise them to keep an eye on the weather prediction and be ready to avoid heat and thunderstorms. Especially take care of children and the elderly, because the effect of heat and seasonal changes can be more on them.
The weather of Chandigarh may be meditating right now, but the news of rain and thunderstorms has brought a smile on the faces of the people. People troubled by the heat are now waiting for rain drops and cold winds.
