Thundershowers cool down city further, IMD says relief to continue for now

Time of India

10-05-2025

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Pune: Several locations across Pune and its surrounding areas experienced substantial thundershowers on Friday, further cooling the already relieved city.According to data from India Meteorological Department (IMD), Rajgurunagar recorded the highest rainfall at 31.5 mm, followed by Hadapsar (17.5 mm) and Pashan (17 mm).
Daund and Shivajinagar also saw significant precipitation at 12 mm and 11.2 mm, respectively.Other locations with rainfall included Koregaon Park (6 mm), Bhor and Kurvande (both at 2.5 mm), Chinchwad (1.5mm) and Magarpatta (1.0mm). Areas such as Wadgaon Sheri, Haveli, Dhamdhere, Narayangaon, Nimgiri and Dudulgaon recorded very light rainfall of 0.5mm each.Friday's maximum temperatures showed significant moderation compared to the blistering heat experienced in April. Lohegaon, which had consistently crossed the 40°C-mark throughout April, recorded a maximum temperature of 36.4°C on Friday. Other areas saw more comfortable readings with Shivajinagar at 32.8°C, Pashan at 33.0°C and Lavale at 32.8°C.The cooling trend is particularly evident in the rise in humidity levels, with Lavale recording 100% relative humidity, Pashan 97% and Magarpatta 91%. This increase in moisture content has contributed to the thundershower activity across the region.An IMD official said, "The latest forecast indicates that Pune residents can look forward to continued relief from summer heat. The seven-day forecast shows a consistent pattern of thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) expected through May 14."Daily maximum temperatures are predicted to remain moderate, with Shivajinagar expected to maintain temperatures around 30-31°C and minimum temperatures hovering between 22°and 24°C. Lohegaon, typically the warmest area in Pune, is expected to see maximum temperatures stabilising around 34-35°C over the coming week.The forecast indicates partly cloudy skies becoming generally cloudy towards afternoon and evening for most days, with thunderstorms and light rain likely. By May 15, the forecast suggests generally cloudy skies with continued likelihood of light rain.Abhijit Modak, independent weather expert, said: "The recent dip in the Western Disturbance trough in the Arabian Sea has created conditions favorable for a weak Upper Air Circulation to form off the Maharashtra coast. With ample moisture already present, this set-up is likely to sustain scattered thunderstorms across the state."He said: "Low-level wind divergence induced convergence patterns may further enhance thunderstorm activity, particularly over the Sahyadri Ghats sections extending into the Deccan Maharashtra leeward region. This pattern could persist until May 12 or 13."Pune: Several locations across Pune and its surrounding areas experienced substantial thundershowers on Friday, further cooling the already relieved city.According to data from India Meteorological Department (IMD), Rajgurunagar recorded the highest rainfall at 31.5 mm, followed by Hadapsar (17.5 mm) and Pashan (17 mm). Daund and Shivajinagar also saw significant precipitation at 12 mm and 11.2 mm, respectively.Other locations with rainfall included Koregaon Park (6 mm), Bhor and Kurvande (both at 2.5 mm), Chinchwad (1.5mm) and Magarpatta (1.0mm). Areas such as Wadgaon Sheri, Haveli, Dhamdhere, Narayangaon, Nimgiri and Dudulgaon recorded very light rainfall of 0.5mm each.Friday's maximum temperatures showed significant moderation compared to the blistering heat experienced in April. Lohegaon, which had consistently crossed the 40°C-mark throughout April, recorded a maximum temperature of 36.4°C on Friday. Other areas saw more comfortable readings with Shivajinagar at 32.8°C, Pashan at 33.0°C and Lavale at 32.8°C.The cooling trend is particularly evident in the rise in humidity levels, with Lavale recording 100% relative humidity, Pashan 97% and Magarpatta 91%. This increase in moisture content has contributed to the thundershower activity across the region.An IMD official said, "The latest forecast indicates that Pune residents can look forward to continued relief from summer heat. The seven-day forecast shows a consistent pattern of thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) expected through May 14."Daily maximum temperatures are predicted to remain moderate, with Shivajinagar expected to maintain temperatures around 30-31°C and minimum temperatures hovering between 22°and 24°C. Lohegaon, typically the warmest area in Pune, is expected to see maximum temperatures stabilising around 34-35°C over the coming week.The forecast indicates partly cloudy skies becoming generally cloudy towards afternoon and evening for most days, with thunderstorms and light rain likely. By May 15, the forecast suggests generally cloudy skies with continued likelihood of light rain.Abhijit Modak, independent weather expert, said: "The recent dip in the Western Disturbance trough in the Arabian Sea has created conditions favorable for a weak Upper Air Circulation to form off the Maharashtra coast. With ample moisture already present, this set-up is likely to sustain scattered thunderstorms across the state."He said: "Low-level wind divergence induced convergence patterns may further enhance thunderstorm activity, particularly over the Sahyadri Ghats sections extending into the Deccan Maharashtra leeward region. This pattern could persist until May 12 or 13."