The effect of pre-monsoon weather continues in Bihar. Today, on Saturday, the Meteorological Department has predicted light rain with strong winds blowing at 30 to 40 km/h in the northeastern districts like Purnia, Katihar, Araria, Supaul, Kishanganj, Saharsa, and Madhepura. There’s also a chance of thunderstorms in some areas.
This morning at 5:30 AM, the weather department issued a yellow alert for Madhubani, Darbhanga, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Saran, Siwan, Gopalganj, East Champaran, and West Champaran for light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
Meanwhile, an orange alert was issued for parts of Bettiah, Motihari, and Sheohar, warning of moderate rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds until 8:30 AM.
Pre-Monsoon Will Be Active on 13-14 April
Apart from these, no rain is expected in other districts today. However, cloudy skies are predicted across the state. From 13 to 14 April, pre-monsoon activity is likely to increase in almost all districts. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected in both North and South Bihar.
How Much Rain Fell Yesterday?
On Friday, temperatures dropped, but rainfall was recorded only in a few places.
- Purnia recorded the highest rain at 74.2 mm
- Nawada got 66.8 mm
- Nalanda had 65.8 mm
- Katihar received 62.2 mm
- Begusarai recorded 58.6 mm
By Friday evening, Gaya, Aurangabad, Rohtas, and Bhabhua districts also received light rain.
What About the Temperature?
In Patna and nearby areas, no rain was recorded on Friday. The temperature dropped by around 1 degree Celsius.
- Gopalganj recorded the highest at 35.2°C, a drop of 0.6°C from Thursday
- Patna recorded 31.8°C, down by 0.4°C
- Some areas in North and Central Bihar saw a 1-2°C rise, though temperatures stayed under 30°C.
The lowest temperature was recorded in Katihar at 29°C.
So, people in Bihar should stay alert, especially in the coming days, as the pre-monsoon rains and thunderstorms are expected to get stronger.
