For the first time this summer, the temperature in seven Madhya Pradesh cities has crossed 40°C. On Wednesday, Narmadapuram, Ratlam, Barwani, Naugaon, Shivpuri, Guna, and Damoh recorded temperatures above this mark. Meanwhile, Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Ujjain also experienced intense heat. The Meteorological Department predicted some relief from the heat over the next two days, with temperatures expected to drop slightly on March 28-29.
According to the Meteorological Department, Narmadapuram recorded the highest temperature at 40.9°C, followed by Ratlam and Talun (Barwani) at 40.2°C. Naugaon (Chhatarpur), Shivpuri, Guna, and Damoh reached 40°C.
In 13 other cities, including Gwalior, Ujjain, Khajuraho, Dhar, Tikamgarh, Mandla, Sagar, Satna, Shajapur, Umaria, Seoni, Khargone, and Betul, recorded temperatures of 39°C or more. Among major cities, Gwalior recorded 39.9°C, Ujjain 39°C, Bhopal 38.8°C, Indore 38.2°C, and Jabalpur 38°C.
Rising temperatures have intensified the heat over the past two days. The scorching daytime sun has forced people to seek shelter. In several cities, temperatures have risen 1°C to 4.5°C above normal. In Naugaon, the temperature increased by 2.8°C on Wednesday, reaching 4.5°C above normal.
The Meteorological Department warned of a heatwave in the state on March 30-31. The Malwa-Nimar region, including Indore, Ujjain, Ratlam, Khargone, Khandwa, and Dhar, is expected to experience extreme heat. A heatwave is declared when the temperature exceeds 40°C and is at least 4.6°C above normal.
Weather experts predict slight relief from the heat over the next two days. On March 27, daytime and nighttime temperatures may drop by 2 to 3 degrees. By March 28, temperatures are expected to remain around 38°C in Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, and Gwalior.
Summer officially begins in March, with the next four months expected to be extremely hot. The Meteorological Department forecasts heatwaves for 15 to 20 days between March and May. April and May will be the hottest months, with hot winds expected for 30 to 35 days.
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