IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and cloudy skies across Jharkhand; heavy rainfall likely in Ranchi
PINAKI MAJUMDAR Ranchi, July 21: Jharkhand is set to witness a pleasant spell of monsoon weather on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological…
PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Ranchi, July 21: Jharkhand is set to witness a pleasant spell of monsoon weather on Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting cloudy skies over at least 13 districts and light to moderate rainfall across the state. The latest Jharkhand weather forecast also warns of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds in isolated areas.
According to the IMD, the prevailing synoptic conditions remain favourable for widespread monsoon activity over Jharkhand. The monsoon trough at mean sea level currently extends from Sri Ganganagar through Rohtak, Hardoi, Varanasi, Daltonganj, Purulia and Digha before stretching southeast towards the northeast Bay of Bengal.
An upper-air cyclonic circulation over north Jharkhand and adjoining Bihar, extending up to 1.5 km above mean sea level, continues to influence weather conditions. An associated trough extends from this circulation to Tripura through north Gangetic West Bengal and Bangladesh, providing additional support for rainfall across the region.
Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds likely
Under the influence of these weather systems, isolated places across Jharkhand are likely to experience thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph on Tuesday.
The IMD has advised residents to remain alert, especially during thunderstorms, and to follow weather advisories issued by local authorities.
Heavy rainfall forecast for Ranchi, Khunti, Gumla and Simdega
The weather office has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places in Ranchi, Khunti, Gumla and Lohardaga districts, along with Simdega in southern Jharkhand.
The rain is expected to provide relief from humid conditions while strengthening the ongoing southwest monsoon across the state.
Rain activity to continue till July 23
The IMD has indicated that thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are likely to continue at isolated places across Jharkhand on July 22 and July 23.
“The current synoptic conditions are conducive to sustained monsoon activity over Jharkhand. Residents, particularly in districts likely to receive heavy rainfall, should remain alert and follow weather advisories issued by local authorities,” an IMD official said.
With active monsoon systems in place, most parts of Jharkhand are expected to experience pleasant weather over the next few days, while rainfall is likely to benefit agriculture and improve overall monsoon conditions.
