Southwest Monsoon Begins Retreating From Madhya Pradesh, Night Temperatures Dip

The withdrawal of the southwest monsoon has begun in Madhya Pradesh, bringing a gradual fall in night temperatures and the first signs of a mild winter chill. According to the weather department, the monsoon may retreat from most parts of the state within the next 48 hours.

With the monsoon’s departure, night temperatures have started declining gradually. The feeling of light cold during the morning and evening is also increasing. However, the impact of heat is still present during the day.

Light rain or showers accompanied by thunder and lightning are likely in some places over the next 24 hours. These conditions may occur in Betul, Burhanpur, Khandwa, Khargone, Anuppur, Dindori, Mandla and Balaghat. The weather in the remaining parts of Madhya Pradesh is expected to remain mainly dry.

Pachmarhi recorded the lowest minimum temperature in the state at 17 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature in Amarkantak was 17.4 degrees, while Dhar recorded 17.5 degrees.

Ujjain remained the hottest place in the state, recording a maximum temperature of 36 degrees. The maximum temperature in Tal was 35.5 degrees, while Khandwa recorded 35.4 degrees and Rajgarh recorded 35.2 degrees.

There is relief from the possibility of a major spell of rain. The weather department has not issued any heavy rain alert for Madhya Pradesh for the next 24 hours.

After the monsoon’s withdrawal, the weather is expected to remain clear and dry across most parts of the state in the coming days.