Cold Wave Grips Jharkhand as Mercury Dips Below 8°C in Multiple Cities

Weather Department Forecasts Rain in Ranchi, Other Districts During December 20-21

Key Points:

  • Lohardaga records lowest temperature at 4.6°C in state-wide cold spell
  • Jamshedpur sees 4.3°C below normal temperature at 7.9°C on Sunday
  • Weather system forming in Tamil Nadu may affect Jharkhand’s climate

RANCHI – A severe cold wave has gripped Jharkhand with temperatures dropping significantly below normal across multiple cities, including Jamshedpur recording 7.9°C.

Several districts have recorded unusually low temperatures. Daltonganj registered 6.7°C, while Bokaro recorded 7.1°C.

Temperature Variations

Chaibasa experienced a minimum temperature of 6.8°C. Meanwhile, Garhwa recorded 5°C, and Hazaribagh saw 6.6°C.

“A weather system forming in Tamil Nadu might partially affect Jharkhand’s climate,” explained Dr. Abhishek Anand, a meteorological expert.

Weather Advisory

The Meteorological Department has issued a five-day forecast. Temperatures are expected to drop further in the next 2-3 days.

However, weather patterns may change after December 19. Moreover, rainfall is predicted in Ranchi and other districts during December 20-21.

Safety Measures

The weather department has issued safety guidelines for residents. People are advised to wear woolen clothes and cover their neck and nose.

Additionally, experts recommend consuming hot, fresh meals. Furthermore, morning walks should be delayed until sunshine appears.

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