Punjab weather update: Rain forecast in 11 districts of Punjab; yellow alert issued
Punjab Weather update: Rainfall is likely in some parts of 11 districts in Punjab today (Wednesday), according to the Meteorological Department. The districts expecting rain are Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Faridkot, Fazilka, Moga, Muktsar, Bathinda, and Mansa—particularly those bordering Himachal Pradesh. The weather department has issued a yellow alert for these areas, warning of thunderstorms and lightning.
Meanwhile, the state’s maximum temperature has decreased by 0.2 degrees Celsius, bringing it in line with the normal range. Bathinda recorded the highest temperature at 35.5 degrees Celsius. No rainfall was recorded in any part of the state over the past 24 hours. Chandigarh is expected to experience clear skies.
Weather to change after October 11
According to the Meteorological Department, the possibility of rain in the state will persist until October 10, after which the weather is expected to change. Both maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to remain within normal limits. From October 11 to 17, no further rainfall is anticipated, and temperatures are expected to stabilise, providing some relief from the heat. Additionally, the minimum temperature has started to drop, with most districts seeing it dip below 23 degrees Celsius. Pathankot recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 17.4 degrees Celsius. The current weather conditions are ideal for the spread of dengue and malaria, so caution is advised.
Temperature update
Chandigarh: On Tuesday, the maximum temperature was recorded at 34.1 degrees Celsius, a drop of 1.1 degrees over the last 24 hours. Clear skies are expected today, with temperatures ranging between 21.0 and 33.0 degrees Celsius.
Amritsar: The maximum temperature on Tuesday was recorded at 31.5 degrees Celsius, an increase of 2.9 degrees. Cloudy skies are anticipated today, with temperatures expected to range between 21.0 and 33.0 degrees Celsius.
Jalandhar: Tuesday evening saw temperatures reach 33.0 degrees Celsius. Cloud cover is expected today, with temperatures ranging from 22 to 34 degrees Celsius.
Patiala: The maximum temperature recorded on Tuesday was 34.4 degrees Celsius, showing a decrease of 0.4 degrees. Clear skies are expected today, with temperatures ranging from 21 to 35 degrees Celsius.
Mohali: On Tuesday, temperatures were recorded at 33.7 degrees Celsius, showing a decrease of 0.2 degrees. Clear skies are expected today, with temperatures ranging between 21 and 34 degrees Celsius.
Ludhiana: The maximum temperature on Tuesday was recorded at 34.0 degrees Celsius, a drop of 1.2 degrees. Clear skies are anticipated today, with temperatures ranging from 22 to 34 degrees Celsius.
- With inputs from our correspondent
