In the next few days they will have to endure high temperatures according to the Indian Meteorological Department who announced that this weekend Chandigarh will have 45°C.. IMD also warned about a heatwave expected from 16th-18th May through their yellow alert issued towards the same.
If the maximum temperature exceeds 40°C and rises at least 4.5 degrees above normal with a baseline of 45°C may trigger a heatwave in Chandigarh.Officials have cautioned against engaging in strenuous outdoor activities and performing certain rituals in extremely bad weather since they anticipated that there might be possibility of a heat wave.
According to Shivinder Singh, a scientist at IMD Chandigarh, the absence of an active Western Disturbance is contributing to the rising temperatures. Earlier in the month, temperatures remained below normal due to the influence of Western Disturbances occurring almost every weekend. However, with no such weather system currently affecting the region, Chandigarh residents can expect a gradual increase in temperatures.
Current weather forecast shows temperatures between 41°C and 44°C in the city for the next few days. The issuance of a yellow warning for heatwave signifies the need for preparedness among residents, with the alert potentially escalating to an orange alert if heatwave conditions persist. Singh emphasized that relief from the scorching temperatures is unlikely beyond May 18, unless there is intervention from a Western Disturbance.
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A blistering temperature of 43.1°C was reached on May 23rd, last year, although no month-long heatwaves were experienced. In fact, on that Tuesday, the temperature rose to a record high of 39.7°C, exceeding the normal mark by two degrees. It is predicted that over the next three days, the mercury will reach or exceed between 41°C-42°C; however lower limits may fall at about 23-25%.
In preparation of the scorching temperatures ahead, citizens of Chandigarh are advised to put in place measures that would help them avoid problems associated with too much heat for long periods. It is important to be alert while carrying out some preventive activities so as to keep safe during this hard climate.
