Jharkhand Sees Lowest Temperature at Chatra AWS, No Rainfall in 24 Hours
Key Points:
- Chatra AWS recorded the lowest temperature at 4.5°C.
- Bano Simdega AWS reported the highest temperature at 26.8°C.
- Visibility dropped to 4000 meters in Daltonganj.
RANCHI – The weather is stable and mild in Jharkhand, perhaps as much as the polity itself. Nothing much is happening for now and everything goes on with a pleasant tinge.
Jharkhand witnessed a dry spell on January 3, 2025, with no recorded rainfall across the region.
Ranchi experienced a maximum temperature of 20.8°C and a minimum of 2.7°C.
Jamshedpur recorded a maximum of 23.5°C and a minimum of 5.0°C, while Daltonganj saw temperatures ranging from 22.2°C to 1.7°C.
Bokaro and Chaibasa recorded highs of 20.0°C and 26.4°C, with lows of 0.6°C and 1.7°C, respectively.
Weather Observations at Automated Stations
The automated weather stations (AWS) provided significant updates across various locations.
Chatra AWS recorded the lowest temperature in the region at 4.5°C.
Bano Simdega AWS reported the highest maximum temperature at 26.8°C.
| Station | Max (°C) | Min (°C) | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bokaro | 21.7 | 9.1 | 0.0 |
| Chatra | 18.4 | 9.1 | 0.0 |
| Deoghar | 18.5 | 9.2 | 0.0 |
| Netarhat | 18.3 | 9.6 | 0.0 |
| Simdega | 24.8 | 8.6 | 0.0 |
Visibility and Rainfall Conditions
Visibility remained a concern in Daltonganj, where the lowest visibility was reported at 4000 meters.
No rainfall was recorded in any part of Jharkhand over the past 24 hours.
City-Specific Weather Updates
In Ranchi city, the maximum temperature was 20.8°C in Hinoo and 20.3°C in Tatisilwai.
The minimum temperatures recorded in these areas were 8.0°C and 7.5°C, respectively, with no rainfall.
| Parameter | Value | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Temperature | 26.8°C | Bano Simdega AWS |
| Lowest Temperature | 4.5°C | Chatra AWS |
| Rainfall (last 24 hr) | 0.0 mm | Entire Region |
| Lowest Visibility | 4000 meters | Daltonganj |
Forecast for Coming Days
The weather is expected to remain dry over the next few days across Jharkhand.
Daytime temperatures may rise slightly, while nighttime temperatures will stay near normal levels for this time of the year.
Morning fog may continue to affect visibility in certain regions.
