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Vidarbha Heatwave Broken by Pre-Monsoon Showers
9 Jun
Summary
- Isolated showers brought relief from intense heat across Nagpur and Vidarbha.
- Maximum temperatures hovered above 42°C in several districts despite the rain.
- Farmers are advised against early sowing due to pre-monsoon activity.
Isolated rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds swept parts of Nagpur and the wider Vidarbha region on Monday, providing a welcome break from a week-long heatwave. While the rainfall brought a dip in mercury, several districts still registered temperatures exceeding 42°C, with Nagpur recording a high of 43.2°C. Amravati also saw heavy rain.
Experts emphasized that these are pre-monsoon showers and not the official arrival of the southwest monsoon, which is anticipated in Vidarbha after June 10. The Chief Minister's office advised farmers against commencing sowing operations prematurely, noting that widespread monsoon rainfall across Maharashtra is unlikely before June 15.
Elevated maximum temperatures are forecast to persist until at least June 12, particularly in Vidarbha and Khandesh. Environmentalists urge farmers to rely on scientific weather forecasts rather than traditional indicators to prevent potential losses. Citizens are also advised to take precautions during thunderstorms, such as avoiding shelter under trees.
