Bihar on Yellow Alert as Rain and Storms Continue

Reason for the Changing Weather

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) states that a cyclonic system has become active in south Jharkhand and adjoining areas. It is located at an altitude of approximately 5.8 kilometres above sea level. This system is tilting southward with increasing altitude. The monsoon trough line now extends from Bikaner, Banasthali, Shivpuri, Singrauli, Chaibasa, and Digha southeastwards to the east-central Bay of Bengal. This is the reason for the anticipated heavy rainfall in several districts of Bihar.

Today’s Weather

Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are expected in most districts of Bihar today. According to the meteorological department, strong winds with speeds of 30–40 km/h are likely in several districts on 4 July. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in Kaimur, Rohtas, and Aurangabad districts. The meteorological department has advised residents of these districts to stay away from open areas and waterlogged places.

Humid Heat in Patna

According to the Patna Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature will range between 34 and 35 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature will be between 26 and 27 degrees Celsius for the next five days. Patna will experience partly cloudy skies with light rain in the afternoon, potentially increasing humidity.

Weather Conditions in the Last 24 Hours

An update from the meteorological department reveals that rainfall was recorded in Banka, Jamui, Muzaffarpur, Munger, Khagaria, Madhepura, Nawada, Sheikhpura, Saharsa, Muzaffarpur, Begusarai, West Champaran, East Champaran, Samastipur, and other areas in the last 24 hours. The highest rainfall of 41.2 mm was recorded in Katoria, Banka. This was followed by 28.2 mm in Lakshmipur, Jamui; 24.2 mm in Sangrampur, Munger; 23.4 mm in Beldaur, Khagaria; 22.8 mm in Khaira, Jamui; 22.8 mm in Puraini, Madhepura; 20.4 mm in Barhat, Jamui; 20 mm in Bagaha, West Champaran; 19.2 mm in Jamui; and 18.4 mm in Chanan, Lakhisarai.