Thunderstorms Forecasted in Maharashtra Amid Rising Temperatures
Thunderstorms in Maharashtra till May 8; temperatures touch 41°C in Pune
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Maharashtra is experiencing a heat wave, with temperatures reaching 41°C in Pune on May 7. The India Meteorology Department forecasts thunderstorms and lightning across Madhya Maharashtra until May 8, bringing some relief from the heat. Areas like Sangli and Matheran have already recorded light rainfall.
- 01Pune recorded a maximum temperature of 41°C on May 7, nearly 3°C above normal.
- 02Thunderstorms and lightning are expected in parts of Madhya Maharashtra until May 8.
- 03Sangli experienced light rainfall, while Matheran received 3 mm of rain.
- 04Vidarbha region is under a yellow alert due to potential thunderstorms.
- 05The minimum temperature in Pune ranged from 26°C to 26.8°C.
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On May 7, Pune, Maharashtra, sweltered under a maximum temperature of 41°C, nearly 3°C above normal. The India Meteorology Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms, lightning, and squall across Madhya Maharashtra until May 8, providing a potential respite from the heat. While Pune did not receive rain, nearby regions like Sangli saw light rainfall around 6 PM, and Matheran recorded 3 mm of rain. The IMD attributes the weather changes to a trough causing moisture incursion over parts of south Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Vidarbha. A yellow alert has been issued for Vidarbha due to the likelihood of thunderstorms, with Washim recording the highest temperature in the state at 42.2°C. The forecast indicates that maximum temperatures in Pune will remain around 40°C, with morning temperatures expected between 23°C and 28°C in various localities.
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The forecasted thunderstorms may provide relief from the ongoing heat wave, which has been affecting daily life and health in the region.
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