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Chandigarh Sizzles: Hottest Day Amidst Rain Warnings
13 Sep
Summary
- Chandigarh recorded its hottest day with a maximum temperature of 36.8°C.
- A yellow warning for heavy rain is in effect from Sunday through Thursday.
- Despite dry conditions on Saturday, thunderstorms are forecast for the week.
Chandigarh endured its hottest day this past Saturday, registering a high of 36.8°C, which was 3.7°C above the seasonal norm. Neighboring cities Mohali and Panchkula also saw high temperatures, though slightly cooler. This period of heat and dryness is expected to conclude as a significant shift in weather patterns begins.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Chandigarh and Haryana under a yellow warning for heavy rain, effective from Sunday, September 13, through Thursday, September 17. Initially, rain activity is anticipated to be scattered across Chandigarh and Haryana, progressively becoming more widespread towards the end of the forecast period.
Wednesday and Thursday are predicted to experience fairly widespread rain. The forecast for the Tricity over the next five days indicates a high likelihood of thunderstorms accompanied by rain. Maximum temperatures are expected to decrease steadily, ranging from 34°C on Sunday down to 31°C by Thursday, with minimum temperatures hovering between 24°C and 25°C.
