October heat to ease as light rain likely in parts of Maharashtra from Thursday
The weather department has forecast light rain in Pune Ghatmatha, Raigad, Pune, Satara, Beed and Jalna, offering some relief from the October heat.
Weather conditions in Maharashtra have changed considerably over the past few days, with rising temperatures bringing intense heat. The humidity caused by the "October heat" is now likely to ease. Conditions over the Bay of Bengal and a favourable setup for the north-east monsoon rain in south India could bring rain to some parts of the state.
The weather department has issued an important update on rain. It said light rain is likely in Pune Ghatmatha and in Raigad, Pune, Satara, Beed and Jalna districts. From Thursday, conditions will become favourable for rain at a few places in south Konkan, western Maharashtra and south Marathwada, which could reduce the sting of the sun somewhat.
A warning of hot and humid weather has also been issued for Palghar, Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Ratnagiri districts in Konkan. Mumbai, Thane and Raigad districts are also expected to see hot and humid weather today.
The state's temperatures have been alternately rising and falling. After the south-west monsoon withdrew, skies have cleared in most areas and temperatures have gone up. As a result, the sun feels harsh during the day and the humidity is oppressive. The weather department has now forecast rain.
Light rain is possible in parts of the state, including Pune Ghatmatha and Raigad, Pune, Satara, Beed and Jalna districts. From Thursday, conditions may become favourable for rain at some places in south Konkan, western Maharashtra and south Marathwada. This is expected to bring some relief from the heat being felt at present.
In the past 24 hours, Ratnagiri recorded the highest maximum temperature of 39.2 degrees Celsius. Harnai recorded 38.5 degrees Celsius. Jalgaon, on the other hand, recorded the state's lowest minimum temperature of 17.6 degrees Celsius.
