Pune One of the Hottest Cities in Maharashtra as Lohegaon Hits 43.6°C; No Rain Expected Soon, Says IMD
Pune, April 24: Pune sweltered under intense heat on Wednesday as Lohegaon recorded a maximum temperature of 43.6°C the highest in the city so far this season. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Thursday, indicating that temperatures are expected to remain significantly high.
According to IMD officials, Lohegaon has consistently reported the highest temperatures in Pune for the past few weeks, frequently crossing the 40°C mark. Shivajinagar too recorded a high of 41.2°C, which is 3°C above normal.
SD Sanap, scientist at IMD Pune, explained the reason behind the soaring temperatures. “An anti-cyclonic circulation over central India and Maharashtra has blocked moisture incursion across the state. As a result, there is a significant rise in day temperatures,” he said.
Sanap added that there is no possibility of rainfall in the state for at least the next five days, as dry conditions persist. “Chances of local weather systems bringing rain are very low,” he noted.
Other parts of the city also recorded searing temperatures: Koregaon Park at 41.7°C, Wadgaonsheri and Pashan at 40.8°C, Hadapsar and Chinchwad at 40.7°C, and Magarpatta at 40.4°C.
The extreme heat has made commuting difficult, especially for two-wheeler riders. Many are seen stopping at juice stalls or under shade to escape the sun. The heat has been unbearable for the past few weeks.
Elsewhere in the state, Marathwada too faced severe heat, with all four monitored locations recording temperatures above 40°C. Parbhani emerged as the hottest in the region at 44.1°C.
Vidarbha is experiencing even more alarming conditions. All ten weather stations in the region recorded temperatures above 40°C. Bramhapuri was the hottest location in Maharashtra, reaching a scorching 45.6°C 4.1°C above normal. Other cities like Chandrapur (45.5°C), Akola (45°C), Wardha (44.7°C), Amravati (44.6°C), and Nagpur (44.4°C) also reported dangerously high temperatures.
With no immediate respite in sight, the IMD has advised residents to avoid outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours and stay hydrated.
