India Meteorological Department (IMD) today issued an updated seasonal outlook for hot weather season (April to June) 2024 and Monthly Outlook for April 2024 for rainfall and temperature at Mahika Hall, Prithvi Bhawan, New Delhi.
In a press conference held in a hybrid mode, IMD today said that during the upcoming hot weather season (April to June), above Normal Maximum (Day) Temperatures are likely over most parts of country, especially with high probability over central India and western peninsular India.
Addressing the Media Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, DG, IMD said “Normal to below normal maximum temperatures are likely over some parts of western Himalayan region, NE states and north Odisha during this hot weather season”.
During the 2024 hot weather season (April, May, June (AMJ)), above-normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country, except some parts of east and northeast India and pockets of northwest India where normal to below-normal maximum temperatures are likely.
For the month of April 2024, above-normal maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country. However, isolated pockets of east, northeast and northwest India are likely to experience normal to below-normal maximum temperatures.
Heat wave days
During April May June hot weather season, above normal heat wave days are likely to occur over most parts of south peninsula, central India, east India and plains of northwest India.
During April 2024, above normal heat wave days are likely over many parts of south peninsula and adjoining northwest central India and some parts of east India and plains of northwest India.
Average rainfall likely during April
The rainfall during April 2024, averaged over the country as a whole, is most likely to be normal (88-112% of LPA). Normal to above-normal rainfall is likely over most parts of the northwest India and many parts of central India, north peninsular India, some parts of east and north east India. Below normal rainfall is likely along east and west coasts, some parts of east and northeast India and west central India.
Elevated temps pose risks during heat waves
Talking about the impact of Heat Wave during April to June & April 2024, DG, IMD said elevated temperatures pose significant risks during heat waves, especially for vulnerable populations like the elderly, children, and those with pre-existing health conditions, who are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Challenges posed by extreme heat
He said prolonged periods of extreme heat can lead to dehydration, and strain infrastructure such as power grids and transportation systems. He added in order to address these challenges, it is imperative for authorities to take proactive measures like providing access to cooling centers, issuing heat advisories, and implementing strategies to alleviate urban heat island effects in affected areas. Efforts are also needed for safeguarding public health and minimizing the adverse impacts of heat waves.
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