Monsoon arrives in Bihar
In Bihar, the long-awaited monsoon has finally moved in, bringing a welcome cooldown and much-needed relief. According to the Meteorological Centre in Patna, the southwest monsoon entered the state through its eastern districts on June 17, and it is expected to blanket all regions within the next 48 hours.
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
Already, heavy rain warnings are in effect for eight districts namely Banka, Bhagalpur, Katihar, Purnia, Kishanganj, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa and Supaul as these areas brace for moderate to torrential downpours over the coming days.
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
Across a further 21 districts including Patna, Gopalganj, Siwan, Bhojpur, Rohtas, and Aurangabad, an orange alert signals the likelihood of continuing heavy rain, gusty winds up to 60 km/h, and possible thunder and lightning
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
Meanwhile, a yellow alert covers 17 other districts, including Sitamarhi, Madhubani, Darbhanga, and Munger, forecasting persistent cloud cover with moderate showers and breezes reaching 50–60 km/h.
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
The heat that once scorched the region has begun to fade. In Rohtas, daily highs have dropped from above 41 °C to around 38.8 °C, while Patna’s mercury has cooled to about 38 °C. Banka is seeing the sharpest dip, with maximum temperatures recorded as low as 31.5 °C, offering a much-needed break for residents and farmers alike.
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
Patna’s skies are expected to remain overcast into Thursday, soon giving way to morning and afternoon showers. The capital’s daytime highs will settle in the low 30s °C, while nighttime lows hover in the upper 20s °C. These damp conditions are set to continue through Saturday and beyond, as the monsoon establishes itself across the state.
This seasonal shift brings not only heat relief but also optimism for Bihar’s agrarian communities. With anticipation of 11 % above‑normal rainfall across the monsoon cycle, fields should soon brim with water even as authorities urge precaution against heavy winds, lightning, and localized flooding.
Monsoon arrives in Bihar
Despite the wet weather, some challenges loom. In nearby Jharkhand, initial showers caused waterlogging and disrupted traffic, reminding urban planners of the need for resilient infrastructure
Bihar, too, has seen tragic consequences: lightning strikes this week claimed lives in Buxar, Katihar, Lakhisarai, and Bhagalpur, underscoring the dangers of sudden thunderstorms. The state government has responded with relief measures and warnings urging residents to take shelter during storms.
In summary, Bihar’s monsoon is now in full swing cooling temperatures, darkening skies, and steady rainfall. From today through at least Saturday, the state can expect a shift from heatwave to wet season. While the rains bring agrarian relief and respite from the heat, thunder, lightning, and wind will pose intermittent hazards.
