The State Meteorological Centre in Himachal Pradesh has issued a yellow weather alert for Kinnaur district, forecasting light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds at isolated places on Wednesday. The alert warns residents and travellers of potential disruptions due to sudden weather changes.
Weather Forecast Details
According to the Meteorological Centre, light to moderate rain is very likely in isolated parts of Kinnaur. Additionally, light rain may occur in scattered areas across the state during the day. The centre has advised caution for those in vulnerable areas, as thunderstorms and gusty winds could lead to temporary damage to structures and trees.
Temperatures across Himachal Pradesh are expected to remain largely stable, with no significant change forecast. This follows a period of normal seasonal conditions, though the yellow alert indicates a need for vigilance in the high-altitude district.
Minimum Temperatures Recorded
The state recorded a range of minimum temperatures on Wednesday morning. In Shimla, the minimum temperature settled at 16.6°C, while Dharamshala recorded 16.4°C. Manali saw a low of 16.5°C, and Kangra registered 23.6°C. Other notable readings include Solan at 18.4°C, Mandi at 23.1°C, Sundernagar at 22.1°C, Bhuntar at 20.5°C, and Reckong Peo at 17.3°C. In tourist spots, Kufri recorded 13.8°C, Kalpa 12.6°C, and Narkanda 11.8°C. Lower areas such as Una (21.3°C), Bilaspur (24°C), Hamirpur (22.3°C), Nahan (19.1°C), and Paonta Sahib (27°C) also reported their overnight lows.
The coldest place in the state was Kukumseri village in Lahaul and Spiti, which recorded a minimum temperature of 6.9°C. Keylong, the district headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti, saw a low of 10.2°C.
Impact and Advisory
The yellow alert for Kinnaur is part of the ongoing monsoon monitoring by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Such alerts are issued to warn of weather conditions that could cause inconvenience but are not severe enough for an orange or red alert. Residents and tourists in Kinnaur are advised to stay updated on local weather bulletins and avoid unnecessary travel during the alert period.
Light rain in other parts of the state is not expected to cause major disruptions, but farmers and outdoor workers should be prepared for brief spells of rain and gusty winds. The Meteorological Centre continues to track the weather and will update advisories as needed.
