Raipur: There is welcome news regarding the weather for the people of Chhattisgarh, who are busy preparing for Dhanteras and Diwali. There is no likelihood of rain in the state during the festive period. Following unseasonal rainfall in several areas caused by the cyclonic storm ‘Murasu’ recently, the weather pattern is now shifting. As the clouds clear, dry weather conditions are setting in across the state.
Meteorological experts state that rainfall activity in Chhattisgarh will cease from November 5. The Meteorological Department has not issued any rain alerts for any district in the state for the duration of Dhanteras and Diwali. Consequently, the weather is expected to remain favorable throughout the festivities.
Weather outlook for Raipur
In the capital, Raipur, the sky may remain partly cloudy over the next 24 hours. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 30°C, while the minimum is likely to hover around 24°C. Despite the cloud cover, the Meteorological Department has ruled out the possibility of rain.
A sharper chill is on the way
According to the Meteorological Department, maximum and minimum temperatures across the state are expected to remain relatively stable for the next two days. Thereafter, nighttime temperatures may drop by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius, leading to a noticeable, mild chill during the morning and night hours. Indications suggest that the intensity of the cold will increase further in the coming days.
