The sudden drop in the mercury level after Diwali and cyclonic disturbances over the Arabian Sea are unlikely to create any inconvenience for the residents of Ranchi during Chhath Puja celebrations. “Since it is onset of the winter season, it is only natural that the temperature will gradually fall. For the next two to three days there will not be much variation in the temperature level,” said SD Kotal, Director Meteorological Centre, Ranchi.According to the Meteorological Centre, Ranchi, the maximum and minimum temperature is likely to remain normal till November 3.
“There will be pleasant weather with a clear sky, and near normal temperature during Chhath celebrations. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 28 degree Celsius while the minimum temperature will be around 17 degree Celsius with full day sunlight,” added Kotal. The weather expert also said that the Cyclone ‘Kyaar’ will have no impact over the State. “Presently there are two cyclones active over the Arabian Sea- ‘Kyaar’ and ‘Maha’. It is being predicted that the two are unlikely to have an impact over Jharkhand. It could be partly cloudy at some places across the State on November 4 and November 5,” said the Director. As per the weather bulletin released by the MET Observatory Centre Ranchi on October 31, the maximum temperature recorded in the State capital was at 28.8 degree Celsius while the minimum temperature was 16.7 degree Celsius.
“Like any other day, during the Chhath celebrations the residents will feel a slight nip in the air only in the early morning and late evening hours. Clouds could be witnessed at some places but there are no chances of rainfall in the State,” said Kotal. As per the communiqué issued from November 1 to November 4, the maximum temperature around Ranchi and its surrounding areas will be around 28 to 29 degree Celsius while the minimum temperature will be around 16 to 18 degree Celsius.