Central Maharashtra Faces Increased Heatwave Days in May Amid Rainfall Projections
Central Maharashtra likely to see more heatwave days in May
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts an increase in heatwave days across central Maharashtra in May, despite expected above-normal rainfall. While daytime temperatures may remain normal to below normal, warmer nights are anticipated, potentially leading to humid conditions in several districts.
- 01Central Maharashtra may see 3-4 more heatwave days than usual in May.
- 02Daytime temperatures are expected to be normal to below normal, except in the Konkan region.
- 03Nights are projected to be unusually warm, contributing to increased humidity.
- 04Most parts of Maharashtra will likely receive above-normal rainfall, except for the Konkan region.
- 05The potential development of El Nino could influence the upcoming monsoon season.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that central Maharashtra is likely to experience three to four additional heatwave days in May, despite forecasts of above-normal rainfall in most regions. While daytime temperatures across many districts are expected to remain normal or below normal, the Konkan belt may see above-normal daytime temperatures. A significant trend this month is the anticipated persistence of warmer nights, with minimum temperatures expected to be above normal in most areas. This combination of rainfall and rising night temperatures could lead to humid conditions across several districts. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, director of the IMD, noted that the Monsoon Mission Coupled Forecasting System indicates a likelihood of El Nino development during the southwest monsoon season, which may affect the timing and advancement of the monsoon across India. In Pune, daytime temperatures have dropped significantly since late April, with current readings around 20.2Β°C at night, and the city is expected to have clear skies over the next few days without significant temperature increases.
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The increase in heatwave days and warmer nights may affect daily activities, agriculture, and health in central Maharashtra, leading to discomfort and potential heat-related issues.
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