Weather Alert Maharashtra For February 23: Sudden Change in Wind Patterns, Thunderstorms Likely; Yellow Alert Issued for 48 Hours

Maharashtra Weather Update: Weather conditions across Maharashtra have changed sharply over the past few days, with winter fading and summer heat intensifying. Temperatures in several regions have crossed 37°C, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has now issued a 48-hour Yellow Alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and isolated rainfall in parts of the state.

Konkan Region Weather Update

Cloudy conditions are expected across the Konkan belt, including Mumbai, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg.

• Mumbai Temperature: Maximum 31–33°C | Minimum 23–25°C
• Ratnagiri: Temperatures may rise to 34–36°C
• Rainfall chances remain low today, but hot and humid conditions will dominate coastal areas.

Western Maharashtra Weather

Rising heat is being recorded in western districts including Pune, Satara, Sangli, and Kolhapur.

• Pune: Maximum 33–35°C, some areas touching 36°C
• Cloudy skies with low rain probability
• Strong afternoon heat expected; farmers advised to take crop precautions

North Maharashtra Outlook

Temperatures are highest in northern districts such as Nashik and Malegaon.

• Nashik: 32–34°C
• Malegaon: Above 35°C
• Minimum temperatures: 18–20°C
• Weather likely to remain hot and dry, with isolated chances of unseasonal rain

Marathwada Weather Conditions

Marathwada will experience hot and dry weather.

• Maximum temperatures: 34–36°C
• In districts like Parbhani and Beed: 33–35°C
• Possibility of light unseasonal rain and thunderstorms in isolated areas

Vidarbha on Heat Alert

Vidarbha is expected to face the highest temperatures in the state.

• Chandrapur: 36–37°C
• Thunderstorms and light rain likely in Chandrapur and Gadchiroli
• Akola and Amravati may record 35–36°C max and 18–22°C min temperatures
• Early signs of a heatwave pattern, though no official heatwave alert yet

Weather Advisory

Overall, summer intensity is rising across Maharashtra. While most regions will remain hot and dry, thunderstorms, lightning, and isolated rainfall are expected in some districts over the next 48 hours under the Yellow Alert.

Public Advisory:

• Stay hydrated and avoid direct sun exposure
• Take precautions during lightning and thunderstorms
• Farmers should protect crops from sudden weather changes
• Elderly and children should avoid peak afternoon heat