Himachal Pradesh Faces Heatwave Before Rain and Hail Forecast
Heatwave alert before rain, hail spell in HP
The Times Of India
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Himachal Pradesh is under a heatwave alert for May 26 and 27, with temperatures soaring in several districts. However, a shift in weather is expected from May 28, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and hail to the region. Key districts affected include Una, Shimla, and Kangra.
- 01The Meteorological Centre in Shimla has issued a heatwave alert for isolated areas of Himachal Pradesh on May 26 and 27.
- 02Una recorded the highest temperature at 41.6°C, which is 3.1°C above normal for this time of year.
- 03An orange alert for hailstorms, lightning, and gusty winds is set for May 28 and 29 in districts including Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla.
- 04Tourist destinations like Shimla, Dharamshala, and Manali recorded maximum temperatures of 29.3°C, 34°C, and 23.8°C, respectively.
- 05Kukumseri and Keylong reported the lowest minimum temperature at 4.6°C each on the same day.
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The weather department has issued a heatwave alert for isolated regions of Himachal Pradesh on May 26 and 27, with several districts, including Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Shimla, Solan, and Sirmaur, expected to experience elevated temperatures. Una recorded a peak temperature of 41.6°C, which is 3.1°C above the normal level for this time of year. Tourist spots such as Shimla, Dharamshala, and Manali also saw significant temperatures, with Shimla at 29.3°C, Dharamshala at 34°C, and Manali at 23.8°C. However, a shift in weather patterns is anticipated starting May 28, with forecasts predicting rain, thunderstorms, and hail across various parts of the state. The Meteorological Centre has issued an orange alert for hailstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in districts such as Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla on May 28 and 29. This change in weather is expected to bring relief from the heatwave conditions currently affecting the region.
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Residents and tourists in Himachal Pradesh should prepare for extreme weather conditions, including heat and potential storms.
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