Odisha weather rain forecast: IMD predicts weekend showers amid rising heat

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Light to moderate rain expected across parts of Odisha on March 8 and 9
Thunderstorms with winds up to 40 kmph likely in several districts
Temperatures may rise again after five days

The Odisha weather rain forecast indicates a short break from the rising heat as light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in several districts during the weekend. The India Meteorological Department said weather activity may bring temporary relief on March 8 and 9.

However, meteorologists warned that temperatures are unlikely to drop significantly during this period.

Cyclonic circulation driving weather changes

According to Manorama Mohanty, an upper air cyclonic circulation currently lies over north Odisha and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal.

Under its influence, many areas could witness rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds reaching up to 40 kmph.

Districts likely to receive rainfall

On March 8, rainfall is expected in parts of:

Jharsuguda
Sundargarh
Keonjhar
Mayurbhanj
Balasore
Bhadrak
Kendrapara
Jagatsinghpur

On March 9, moderate rainfall may occur in parts of north Odisha and districts including:

Puri
Khurda
Nayagarh
Nuapada
Balangir
Sonepur
Boudh

Fog expected in coastal districts

Before the rain activity begins, meteorologists have predicted shallow to moderate fog in isolated pockets on March 6.

Districts likely to experience fog include:

Balasore
Bhadrak
Jagatsinghpur
Kendrapara
Cuttack
Khurda

Temperatures remain high across Odisha

Despite the expected rainfall, temperatures across the state remain elevated.

Recent maximum temperatures recorded:

Jharsuguda: 39.6°C
Titilagarh: 37.5°C
Gopalpur: 37.1°C
Dhenkanal: 37.1°C

In the twin cities, Bhubaneswar recorded 36.4°C, while Cuttack registered 34.6°C.

Heat likely to intensify again

Meteorological officials said the temporary relief may not last long. Daytime temperatures are expected to rise again by 2 to 3°C after five days, signalling the return of stronger summer heat.

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