April-like heat grips MP as temperatures cross 35°C:Night fluctuations continue; new weather system from March 2

After recent spells of storms, rain and hail, Madhya Pradesh is now witnessing April-like heat. On Thursday, daytime temperatures in several cities crossed 35°C, while night temperatures in many places remained above 17°C. However, some districts are still experiencing a lingering chill. The Meteorological Department has indicated that a Western Disturbance is likely to become active from 2 March, which could influence weather conditions in the state. Western Disturbance may bring rain to northern districts Officials said the impact of the upcoming Western Disturbance may be felt in parts of Madhya Pradesh, particularly in northern districts where light rain is possible. At present, three cyclonic circulations are active over western parts of the country, though they are not affecting Madhya Pradesh. Meanwhile, jet stream winds are blowing at a speed of around 176 kmph at an altitude of 12.6 km above sea level over Northeast India, influencing northern weather patterns. Due to this, temperatures in some northern areas remain below 30°C. However, in most districts across the Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain and Jabalpur divisions, daytime temperatures are ranging between 30°C and 34°C. On Thursday, Khandwa and Khargone recorded the highest temperature at 35.2°C. Bhopal recorded 32°C, Indore 33.1°C, Gwalior 32.6°C, Ujjain 33°C and Jabalpur 31.9°C. More than 30 districts across the state reported temperatures above 30°C. Weather shifted four times in February This February has seen four significant weather changes in the state. At the beginning of the month, two rounds of hail, rain and strong winds caused considerable crop damage, prompting the government to conduct a survey of affected fields. From 18 February, the state experienced another spell of rain lasting through 19, 20 and 21 February. Subsequently, a fourth round of hail and rain occurred on 23–24 February. Mixed night temperatures across the state Night temperatures are also fluctuating. During the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday, Karondi in Katni recorded a minimum of 8.8°C, while Kalyanpur in Shahdol recorded 9.4°C. Pachmarhi registered 9.8°C. In major cities, Bhopal recorded 15°C, Indore 14.6°C, Gwalior 14.5°C, Ujjain 14.5°C and Jabalpur 14.6°C. Dhar recorded the highest minimum temperature at 17.7°C. Ratlam, Narsinghpur, Sagar, Tikamgarh and Narmadapuram also recorded night temperatures above 16°C.
Weather deteriorated in 20 districts
Earlier on February 24 and 25, the weather mood changed in the state due to cyclonic circulation and trough. For 2 days, more than 20 districts experienced strong storms and rain. Some areas also received hail. This affected wheat and gram crops. According to the meteorological department, the weather will be clear on Friday. There is no rain alert anywhere. New System on March 2
Meteorologist Arun Sharma said that a new Western Disturbance is becoming active in the Western Himalayan region from March 2. Its effect may also be seen in the state. Before this, the weather is expected to remain clear across the state. February Weather in Five Major Cities of MP… Nights are cold in Bhopal, days are warm In Bhopal, nights remain cold while days are warm. Between 2014 and 2024, the maximum day temperature crossed 35 degrees for 4 years. For 7 years, the temperature at night was recorded below 10 degrees. This time in February, the day temperature is above 30 degrees. No rainfall trend in Indore There is no trend of rain in Indore in February. There was some drizzle in 2014 and 2015. On the other hand, the maximum temperature during the day remains above 30 degrees. In 2019, the temperature was recorded at 35 degrees. Here the temperature at night stays below 10 degrees. Severe Cold in Gwalior Gwalior experiences a trend of severe cold. This is due to direct northern winds coming here. On the night of February 4, 2018, the minimum temperature was recorded at a record 1.9 degrees. In 2019, 2022 and 2023, the minimum temperature remained below 3 degrees. Last year, Gwalior also received rainfall. This time, there has been a spell of rain here on the first day of February itself. Weather Also Changes in Jabalpur The weather also keeps changing in Jabalpur. After the second week of February, the maximum daytime temperature remains above 30 degrees, while at night the minimum temperature stays around 11 degrees. There is also a trend of rainfall here in February. It has rained here in 6 out of 10 years. Period of Heat, Rain and Cold in Ujjain Ujjain experiences heat, cold and rain. During the day, the maximum temperature stays above 30 degrees, while at night the minimum temperature is recorded below 10 degrees. The trend of rainfall in Ujjain is generally low in the month of February.