The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for Nagpur and adjoining districts, warning of thunderstorms with gusty winds in the coming days. On Saturday, May 3, strong winds, rain, and hailstorms struck various parts of Nagpur, providing much-needed respite from the intense summer heat.
According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), a sudden change in weather patterns led to moderate rainfall and hail activity across several areas. Similar conditions were observed earlier in Bhandara district on Thursday, where a hailstorm brought down temperatures to 36°C. Light showers also cooled parts of Gadchiroli, Gondia, and Wardha, where temperatures ranged between 36°C and 39°C.
In Nagpur, the maximum temperature dipped below 40°C, offering temporary relief. Over the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Vidarbha varied between 37.9°C and 44.5°C, while minimum temperatures ranged from 19.8°C to 28.2°C—both within the normal range for the season. Akola recorded the highest temperature at 44.5°C, followed by Amravati (42.8°C) and Washim (42.6°C).
IMD officials attributed the weather activity to a persistent upper air cyclonic circulation over northeast Rajasthan and adjoining northwest Madhya Pradesh. A north-south trough extending from Punjab to north Kerala is further fueling thunderstorms across Vidarbha, Marathwada, and interior Karnataka.
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