A spell of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds is expected to provide relief from the summer heat across Haryana over the next few days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast unsettled weather conditions until June 8.
Recent Weather Activity
On Thursday, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of 40-60 kmph were reported from several parts of the state, including Gurgaon, Faridabad, Taoru, Sohna, Ballabhgarh, Bahadurgarh, Rohtak, and Sonipat.
Temperature Changes
The change in weather was reflected in temperatures. Gurgaon recorded a maximum temperature of 39.1 degrees Celsius at IMD's KVK observatory, which is below the normal maximum of 40.3 degrees Celsius for this time of year. The minimum temperature stood at 27.8 degrees Celsius, compared to the normal of 25.4 degrees Celsius. The city also received light rainfall, with 1.5 mm recorded at the KVK observatory, according to IMD data.
Across Haryana, Rohtak recorded the highest maximum temperature of 43.1 degrees Celsius on Thursday. Temperatures in several districts remained near or below normal due to cloud cover and intermittent rainfall. Palwal received the highest rainfall in the state, recording 34 mm during the 24-hour period ending Thursday evening.
Weather Warnings and Forecast
The Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh has issued a yellow alert for several districts, including Gurgaon, for Friday. According to IMD's weekly weather report, an active western disturbance and associated upper-air cyclonic circulations over northwest India are influencing weather conditions across the region. This system is expected to trigger widespread thunderstorm activity across Haryana until June 6, with the intensity likely to reduce thereafter.
The district-wise forecast indicates that thunderstorm activity will continue across large parts of the state on Friday, particularly in southern, central, and eastern districts. Weather warnings are expected to ease significantly by June 7 and 8.
Safety Advisories
Officials have advised residents to avoid open areas during thunderstorms and to stay away from electric poles and trees, as strong winds and lightning may pose safety risks.
