Raipur: The weather in Chhattisgarh is undergoing a change due to the impact of cyclonic storm ‘Arnab’. On Wednesday, several parts of the state, including the capital, Raipur, experienced rainfall. During this period, strong winds blew at speeds of approximately 30 kilometers per hour. The rain and cool winds have led to a drop in daytime temperatures, causing people to feel the chill.
Rain expected in several divisions today as well
According to the Meteorological Department, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the Bastar division on Thursday, accompanied by winds blowing at speeds of 10 to 20 kilometers per hour. Meanwhile, in the districts of Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur, and Surguja divisions, wind speeds may reach 15 to 20 kilometers per hour, with light to moderate rainfall anticipated. Some locations may even experience moderate to heavy downpours.
Orange and Yellow alerts issued for these districts
In view of the expected rainfall, the Meteorological Department has issued alerts for several districts across the state.
Orange Alert: Narayanpur, Kondagaon, Bijapur, Bastar, and Dantewada.
Yellow Alert: Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi, Bilaspur, Korba, Raigarh, Mungeli, Kabirdham, Janjgir-Champa, Bemetara, Balodabazar, Mahasamund, Rajnandgaon, Durg, Raipur, Balod, Dhamtari, Gariaband, Balrampur, Koriya, Surajpur, Jashpur, Surguja, and Sukma.
Minimum temperatures may drop further starting Friday
Persistent rainfall across the state has led to cooler weather, with people feeling a chill even during the day. According to weather experts, the rain is likely to continue through Thursday. Following this, a decline in minimum temperatures is expected from Friday onwards. Currently, the minimum temperatures in the state remain about 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal. Maximum Temperatures in Major Cities
The change in weather has also impacted the temperatures in the state’s major cities.
Raipur: 26.1°C, 4.8°C below normal
Mana: 25.8°C, 5.1°C below normal
Bilaspur: 27.8°C, 2.7°C below normal
Pendra: 26.0°C, 3.1°C below normal
Ambikapur: 27.5°C, 0.1°C above normal
Jagdalpur: 24.4°C, 5.5°C below normal
According to the meteorological department’s forecast, rain and strong winds may continue to affect several parts of the state. In light of this, people are advised to pay attention to weather warnings and remain vigilant.
