Several parts of State continue to experience unusually warm weather as temperatures across the Madhya Pradesh remained above normal, with Ratlam recording the highest maximum temperature of 39.2°C. According to the India Meteorological Department, the weather remained dry in all divisions of the State, with no rainfall reported. Maximum temperatures showed no significant change but remained above normal across most regions. Temperatures were 2.7°C to 3°C above normal in Indore and Shahdol divisions, while districts in Bhopal, Narmadapuram, Ujjain, Rewa and Jabalpur divisions recorded temperatures 3.1°C to 4.1°C above normal. In Gwalior, Chambal and Sagar divisions, temperatures were markedly above normal by up to 5.8°C, indicating an early rise in heat levels. Among the hottest locations, Ratlam recorded 39.2°C, followed by Khajuraho at 38.6°C, Dhar at 38.4°C and Guna at 38.3°C, while Sagar and Damoh recorded 38.2°C each. On the cooler side, Pachmarhi recorded the lowest maximum temperature at 31.2°C, followed by Amarkantak at 32.4°C and Karoundi in Katni district at 33.4°C. Minimum temperatures also remained above normal in most parts of the State.

 

The lowest minimum temperature of 11.5°C was recorded at Girvar in Shajapur district, while Kannod in Dewas district recorded the highest minimum temperature at 20.8°C. In Bhopal, the maximum temperature was recorded at 36.8°C, which is 4.6°C above normal, while the minimum temperature settled at 14.4°C. The humidity level at 8:30 am was recorded at 37 percent, with no rainfall reported in the city. Meteorologists said that several weather systems are currently active, including an upper-air cyclonic circulation over south Jharkhand and adjoining north Chhattisgarh, along with a trough extending from Jharkhand to Marathwada across Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha. In addition, a western disturbance persists in the middle tropospheric westerlies, while a subtropical westerly jet stream with wind speeds of about 158 kmph continues to prevail over northwest India. Despite these systems, dry weather is likely to continue across all districts in the state, and no warnings have been issued for the coming days. The meteorological department has advised residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during afternoon hours, as temperatures are expected to remain high. Farmers have also been advised to maintain adequate irrigation for crops, particularly wheat at the grain filling stage, and to monitor crops regularly for pests and diseases.