The monsoon remains active in Bihar this season, but the state has recorded 27% less rainfall compared to the average so far. Against the expected 741 mm, only 544 mm of rain has been received. Only eight districts have registered above-normal rainfall, while Sitamarhi recorded the lowest, with just 60% of the expected showers.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 19 districts, including West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Sheohar, Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Samastipur, Supaul, Saharsa, Madhepura, Araria, Purnea, Kishanganj, and Katihar.
Rainfall is expected in parts of northeast and north-central Bihar today, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds with speeds of 30–40 kmph. Maximum temperatures may range between 34–36°C, while minimums are expected to stay between 26–28°C. Meteorologists have forecast that a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal on August 28–29 could trigger heavy rainfall in several districts, raising the risk of flooding and waterlogging.
Alongside Bihar, monsoon showers have also caused disruptions in Rajasthan. On August 26, the IMD issued alerts for heavy rainfall in Alwar, Banswara, Dungarpur, Jhunjhunu, Rajsamand, and Barmer, while extremely heavy rainfall was predicted for Jalore, Udaipur, and Sirohi. In Udaipur, rising water levels in Fatehsagar Lake prompted authorities to open the gates. In Jaisalmer’s Ramdevra, heavy rains led to severe waterlogging, causing difficulties for visiting devotees.
Forecast Ahead: According to weather experts, the monsoon trough currently extends from Sri Ganganagar through Sirsa, Agra, Sidhi, Sambalpur, and into the Bay of Bengal. However, with easterly winds expected to weaken, rainfall activity in Rajasthan is likely to reduce over the coming days.
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