Jharkhand is expected to witness light to moderate rainfall across most districts on Wednesday as monsoon activity remains active in the state. The weather department has issued a Yellow Alert for rain, b winds and lightning until July 11.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Meteorological Centre in Ranchi, light to moderate rainfall is likely across most parts of Jharkhand on Wednesday, July 8. Intermittent rainfall continued throughout Tuesday in Ranchi and adjoining areas, resulting in a drop in temperature and providing relief from humid and hot weather.
The weather department said monsoon activity remains active across the state. As a result, cloudy conditions and rainfall are expected at several locations. This advisory will remain in effect until the morning of July 9.
The weather department said rainfall is likely in Ranchi, Bokaro, Dhanbad, Giridih, Deoghar, Dumka, Jamtara, Sahibganj, Pakur, Godda, Hazaribagh, Ramgarh, Chatra, Koderma, Palamu, Garhwa, Latehar, Lohardaga, Gumla, Simdega, Khunti, Seraikela-Kharsawan, East Singhbhum and West Singhbhum, covering nearly the entire state.
Rain accompanied by thunderstorms is also likely in some areas. The department has advised residents to monitor weather conditions and step outdoors only when necessary.
According to the weather department's forecast, rainfall is likely to continue across most districts of Jharkhand until July 11. During this period, wind speeds of 40 to 50 kmph are expected in several areas, while the risk of lightning will also persist. In view of these conditions, the department has issued a Yellow Alert for the state.
Experts said active monsoon conditions are expected to continue over the next few days, with no major change in weather anticipated. Ongoing rainfall may keep temperatures below normal.
The weather department has urged residents to avoid open areas, agricultural fields and standing under trees during rainfall and lightning. People have also been advised to exercise caution in waterlogged areas and avoid unnecessary travel.
Farmers have been advised to plan agricultural activities in line with the weather forecast. The department said it would be safer to avoid working in fields during periods of heavy rainfall or lightning risk.
On Tuesday, Ranchi recorded a maximum temperature of around 22 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature in the Kanke area was about 19 degrees Celsius. Continuous rainfall has kept weather conditions pleasant across most parts of the state.
