Weather Pattern Changes; Maximum Temperature Recorded at 32.7 Degrees and Minimum at 27.4 Degrees Celsius, Likelihood of Rain Until August 2 Will Provide Relief from Humid Heat
Bhagalpur, Senior Correspondent: The weather has taken a turn in Silk City Bhagalpur and its surrounding areas. Amidst the continuous humid and sticky heat experienced over the past few days, a slight drop in temperature has been recorded. According to data released by the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature in the district was recorded at 32.7 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature hovered around 27.4 degrees Celsius. With this change, cloud cover has begun, offering citizens partial relief from the scorching sun and intense heat. According to the Meteorological Center of the Agricultural University, monsoon activity is expected to persist for the next few days, keeping the weather pleasant.
How Was the Temperature and Atmospheric Condition?
As per the daily report shared by the Meteorological Department, the primary reasons behind this fluctuation in temperature are the presence of clouds and the influence of easterly winds:
Relative Humidity: Due to high moisture levels, people are still experiencing humidity. Relative humidity was recorded at 76 percent in the morning, while by afternoon it hovered around 68 percent.
Wind Speed and Direction: Easterly winds continued to blow gently through the atmosphere at a speed of 5.2 kilometers per hour. Due to these steady winds, clouds kept moving across the sky, and cool breezes in the evening made the weather pleasant.
Chances of Rain Until August 2, Agricultural Advisory for Farmers
According to the forecast by the Gramin Krishi Mausam Seva of Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, the weather in the districts of southern Bihar is expected to remain favorable until August 2:
Prospects of Thundershowers: Meteorologists predict that heavy cloud cover will persist in the district's sky during this period, with light to moderate rainfall or thundershowers likely at a few places. While this rain will bring major relief to the general public from intense heat and humidity, it will prove to be a boon for the agricultural sector.
Favorable Time for Paddy Transplanting: In view of the rain forecast, agricultural experts have advised farmers to accelerate paddy transplanting. Scientists suggest that farmers apply prescribed quantities of nutrients (such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potash, and zinc sulfate per hectare) to fields before transplanting paddy.
Emphasis on Water Harvesting: Special focus has been advised on the sowing of aromatic paddy varieties, such as the famous 'Bhagalpur Katarni'. Furthermore, farmers have been urged to build strong embankments around low-lying lands to harvest rainwater so it can be effectively utilized for irrigation when needed.
The shifted weather pattern in Bhagalpur, with the maximum temperature at 32.7 degrees and minimum at 27.4 degrees Celsius, has brought much-needed relief. The possibility of continuous rain up to August 2 has not only indicated respite for city residents from sticky heat but has also brought smiles to farmers' faces. This monsoon activity is considered highly positive for both the environment and agriculture.
