Heatwave alert remains in Indore for two more days, relief likely by weekend

Indore: Despite remaining above normal, temperature in Indore witnessed a slight dip on Wednesday, bringing some relief to residents grappling intense summer heat. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 41.1 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 26.5 degrees Celsius, with the day temperature staying two degrees above normal, while the night temperature remained at normal levels.

The drop in mercury offered mild respite after several days of scorching conditions, though the sharp afternoon sun continued to make outdoor movement uncomfortable. According to weather experts, the change in wind direction has contributed to the decline in temperature and further reduction is likely over the coming days.

Met officials said the city is unlikely to witness another sharp rise in temperature this season. Instead, temperature is expected to gradually decline, with the maximum temperature likely to remain between 40 and 41 degrees Celsius till May-end. Weather experts have also indicated the possibility of pre-monsoon activity beginning in the first week of June, which may bring rainfall to the city and provide additional relief from the heat.

The India Meteorological Department’s Bhopal centre has issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in Indore for the next two days. In its five-day forecast for all districts of Madhya Pradesh, the Met warned of continued hot winds and intense heat during daytime before conditions begin improving from the third day onward.

The broader weather pattern over the country also points towards seasonal transition. The southwest monsoon is advancing gradually over parts of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal and is likely to reach Kerala around May 26, with a margin of four days. Meteorologists believe the developing monsoon systems and associated trough activity across north and central India are expected to influence weather conditions in Madhya Pradesh in the coming days.

“”Temperature is expected to stay similar till May 22 then slight drop in temperature might be witnessed. Heatwave alert will continue in Indore and nearby areas for next few days,” Met scientist from IMD Bhopal Divya Surendran said.