Heat returns as rain recedes, Indore sizzles at 38.7C
Indore: After weeks of relatively pleasant weather, the summer heat made a strong comeback in Indore. On Sunday, temperatures soared to a maximum of 38.7 degrees Celsius, leaving residents sweltering and dashing hopes for an early onset of the southwest monsoon.
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The minimum temperature recorded was 23.4 degrees Celsius, two degrees below normal, while humidity fluctuated from 73% in the morning to 27% by late afternoon. Winds blew from the west-northwest at speeds of up to 33 kmph. Rainfall over the past 24 hours was minimal, with just 0.5 mm recorded, keeping the seasonal total at 10.3 mm.
Adding to the current heat concerns, the meteorological department ruled out any immediate respite.
Unseasonal rain in May brought brief relief, but ironically, June — typically a rain-bearing month — saw a sharp escalation in heat and humidity. On Sunday, relentless sunshine and sticky conditions left residents distressed. According to weather scientists, the discomfort is likely to continue for at least a week, with no significant change in the current weather pattern.
Indore's monsoon is now projected to arrive only after June 15.
Across the region, other cities also witnessed a sharp rise in temperatures. Ujjain recorded the highest at 41.2 degrees Celsius, followed by Ratlam (40.2°C), Khandwa (39.1°C), Khargone (39.0°C) and Dhar (38.5°C).
IMD Bhopal scientist Arun Sharma said, "Monsoon remains stalled over Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh, with no forward movement expected in the next 3–4 days. The current synoptic conditions suggest dry weather will prevail in most of Madhya Pradesh, though isolated showers may occur in the extreme southwest and eastern parts."
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Earlier unseasonal rainfall and hailstorms, along with early monsoon onset over southern parts of India, led to speculation of an early monsoon, but that proved to be misleading. Although this year's monsoon arrival is still earlier than last year's June 23 onset, it is now clear that Indore will have to wait until at least June 15.
Despite the heat, humidity levels suggest potential for rain in the coming days. However, no active weather systems are currently influencing the region, making a significant change unlikely in the immediate future.
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