May's Chilly Wake-Up Call in 70 Years for Chandigarh
Moderate Rain Lowers Day Temperature in Chandigarh by Approximately 10 Degrees Celsius
In a chilly not-so-May surprise, Chandigarh faced one of its coldest days in 70 years on Monday, with temperatures dipping as low as 26.4°C, a drop of 10 degrees due to rain. This icy blast was a result of a three-pronged weather attack – a Western Disturbance, cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan, and a trough over North East India[1].
Biting Breezes, Courtesy of the Western Disturbance
Western Disturbances, notorious for their cool and moist air, are like the weather's supervillain, traveling from the west to deliver rain and nippy temperatures.
Cyclonic Circulation Over Rajasthan – the weather's roundhouse kick
You may have heard of a low-pressure area punching up the coolness factor, and that's precisely what cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan did, contributing to the freezing forecast in Chandigarh.
The Trough over North East India – the preventing party
With a magnetic pull towards the Bay of Bengal, this trough wooed moisture from the sea, adding to the rain it was already raining in Chandigarh[1].
Looking Ahead
For the remainder of the week, Chandigarh is expected to stay cool and wet, thanks to the weakened Western Disturbance and other weather systems. Thunderstorms lurk in the sky, promising more refreshing rain, although the full heat of May may still be hovering in the distance, taking its sweet time to unfold in the second half of the month[1].
Met Weather Update
- Temperature: The city will see colder-than-normal temperatures throughout the week as the chill lingers around.
- Precipitation: Get your wellies ready – thunderstorms are here to stay, ensuring more water on the ground.
- Forecast: A cool and potentially stormy week lies ahead, so don't forget your raincoat[1].
[1] Data derived from the India Meteorological Department
- India Meteorological Department
- Western Disturbance
- Cyclonic Circulation
- North East Trough
- Rajasthan
- Bay of Bengal
- The Western Disturbance, known for its cool and moist air, played a significant role in the chilly weather observed in Chandigarh, similar to a weather supervillain.
- Despite the chill in the air, the India Meteorological Department predicts that the city will continue to experience cooler-than-normal temperatures and precipitation throughout the week, thanks in part to the influence of the Western Disturbance.
