The State experienced significant rainfall on Saturday, as a depression over the east-central Arabian Sea influenced weather patterns across the State.

 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued warnings for thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls, which were observed in various districts. Shajapur and Pandhurna received heavy rain, with thunderstorms and lightning reported in Shajapur. Sagar experienced heavy rainfall, while Ujjain received heavy rain in the afternoon. Akodia in Shajapur district experienced thunderstorms and lightning. Pandhurna received rain for about an hour. Despite rainfall, temperature remained relatively high. In Narmadapuram, maximum temperature reached 34.3°C, while Khajuraho recorded 34.2°C. The lowest minimum temperature was recorded in Amarkantak at 17.4°C.

 

In Bhopal, the maximum temperature was 31.4°C, slightly below normal, and the minimum settled at 21.4°C—around 4°C above the usual level. Humidity levels were high, with morning humidity at 84% in Bhopal, dropping to 55% by evening. The city remained shrouded in fog, affecting visibility, also capital received scattered rainfall in different parts of the city. Depression over east-central

 

Arabian Sea is expected to continue influencing weather patterns in Madhya Pradesh. The IMD has forecast light rain or drizzle accompanied by thunder and lightning at isolated places over Bhopal, Narmadapuram, Betul, Harda, Khandwa, Khargone, Barwani, Alirajpur, Jhabua, Dhar, Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, and several adjoining districts for the next 24 hours. Northern and eastern parts of the State, including Gwalior, Rewa, Shahdol, and Sagar divisions, are likely to remain dry. Residents are advised to stay updated with the latest weather forecast and take precautions during present weather conditions.