Patna residents, suffering from the scorching heat, received significant relief, but warnings of thunderstorms and lightning raised concerns Pre-monsoon hits Patna amid Nautapa: Yellow alert of thunderstorm, torrential rain and lightning; Know the condition of your area

When Nautapa (special 9 days of intense heat) begins in the summer season, the heat of the sun and hot winds (loo) make life miserable for the common man. For the last few days, the condition of the capital Patna and its surrounding areas was also the same, where the mercury continuously remained above 40 degrees Celsius. Getting out of the house in the afternoon seemed no less than a big challenge.

But today, i.e. on Sunday (May 31), the weather of Patna has suddenly taken such a turn that it has brought great relief to the people troubled by the scorching heat. The effect of pre-monsoon activities (Monsoon updates) is clearly visible in the entire area. However, along with this relief, the Meteorological Department has also issued an important warning, ignoring which can prove costly.

Warning of storm, rain and hailstorm

Patna Meteorological Center has issued forecast for the capital and its adjoining districts. yellow alert Has been released. According to meteorologists, today the sky will be densely cloudy and there is every possibility of strong thunderstorms and torrential rains in many areas.

  • Strong wind speed: During this period, a dust storm may occur, in which the wind speed 50 to 60 kilometers per hour It is estimated to reach.

  • Hail crisis: There is a possibility of hailstorm along with heavy rain in some selected areas, which may cause damage to crops.

  • Danger of lightning: The most worrying thing is that during the rains, there is a strong danger of lightning (lightning) along with loud thunder.

Nautapa’s fierce heat vs today’s relief: a direct contest

The difference in temperature and atmosphere after this sudden change in weather can be easily understood from the table given below:








Weather parameters During Nautapa (last few days) Today’s weather (estimate for May 31) its impact on the environment
maximum temperature beyond 40 degrees Celsius 34 to 36 degrees Celsius Freedom from the scorching sun and a huge drop in mercury.
minimum temperature humid and hot nights 24 to 26 degrees Celsius Relief to the body from cold winds in the morning and evening.
weather conditions strong sun and scorching heat Partly cloudy, thunderstorm and heavy rain The weather has become completely pleasant and pleasant.
nature of wind dry and hot winds Strong storm with speed of 50-60 km/h Relief from the heat, but danger of falling trees and poles.

Important safety guidelines of Meteorological Department

In view of this sudden and drastic change in the weather, the Disaster Management and Meteorological Department has given special advice to the general public to remain alert. The administration has appealed that when strong storms and rains start, people should stay inside their homes. Do not stand near open spaces, big trees, dilapidated houses and electric poles or transformers, as the risk of falling or getting electrocuted due to a storm is highest.

This pre-monsoon shower may have given people instant relief from the heat and humidity that has been troubling them for weeks, but it is very important to follow safety rules in this season.