The weather pattern in Punjab has shifted as the monsoon becomes fully active across the state. On Monday, the state’s average maximum temperature recorded a drop of approximately 1.7 degrees Celsius compared to Sunday. According to the Meteorological Department, the state’s average maximum temperature remained 2.1 degrees Celsius below normal.
The highest temperature, 39.1 degrees Celsius, was recorded in Bathinda. Rain is expected to continue in most districts over the next four days, offering residents relief from humidity and heat.
Temperatures Dropped Below 35 Degrees in Most Districts
On Monday, the maximum temperature was recorded at 35.0 degrees in Chandigarh, 33.5 degrees in Amritsar, 33.8 degrees in Ludhiana, 32.7 degrees in Patiala, and 34.9 degrees in Pathankot.
Additionally, temperatures were recorded as follows: Gurdaspur 33.0°C, Jalandhar (SBS Nagar center) 33.6°C, Bathinda 39.1°C, Ferozepur 34.7°C, Hoshiarpur 33.8°C, Mohali 35.4°C, Muktsar 36.2°C, Rupnagar 34.4°C, and Sangrur 34.2°C. Light to moderate rainfall was also recorded in several locations, with Patiala receiving 25.2 mm, Mohali 18 mm, and Chandigarh 9.8 mm of rain. Rain Likely in Districts Bordering Himachal
July 7: According to the Meteorological Department, rain is expected at most places in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Fatehgarh Sahib, and Nawanshahr on July 7. Rainfall is likely at several places in Gurdaspur, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Patiala. Meanwhile, scattered to isolated rainfall is expected in Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Fazilka, Muktsar, Moga, Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, and Sangrur. July 8: Rain is likely at most places in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, and Nawanshahr. Rainfall may occur at several places in Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, SAS Nagar, and Patiala. Light to moderate rain is indicated at a few places in Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Moga, Fazilka, Muktsar, Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, and Sangrur.
July 9: Rain is likely at most places in Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, Nawanshahr, and Fatehgarh Sahib. Rainfall may occur at several places in Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, SAS Nagar, and Patiala. Light rain is expected at a few places in the western and southern districts—Ferozepur, Fazilka, Muktsar, Moga, Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala, Sangrur, and Tarn Taran.
July 10: The weather is likely to remain relatively dry in Fazilka, Ferozepur, and Muktsar, while rain may continue at several places in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, and Rupnagar. Scattered to isolated rainfall is indicated for Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, SAS Nagar, Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, Sangrur, Barnala, Mansa, Moga, and Bathinda.
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Temperatures to remain stable due to rain
The Meteorological Department states that due to the active monsoon, there is no likelihood of a significant rise in maximum temperatures over the next few days. Overcast skies and intermittent rain will bring people relief from the heat. However, areas experiencing heavy rainfall may face localized issues such as waterlogging and slippery conditions. Consequently, people are advised to keep an eye on the latest weather warnings from the Meteorological Department.
