Daytime temperatures have started climbing again across Punjab and Chandigarh after a brief spell of cooler weather brought some relief to residents. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chandigarh, several reporting stations recorded maximum temperatures between 30°C and 33°C on October 13, as per the weather bulletin dated October 14.
The rise in daytime temperatures comes even as mornings and nights continue to feel comparatively cooler in some areas. However, weather conditions may remain changeable, with the IMD warning of thunderstorms, lightning and hailstorms across Punjab, Chandigarh and Haryana.
Temperatures cross 30°C in several cities
The latest observations show that the maximum temperature reached 32.6°C in Ludhiana, 32.9°C in Patiala and 32.8°C in Chandigarh on October 13. Amritsar recorded a maximum of 30.9°C, while Ferozepur registered 32.4°C.
Chandigarh's maximum temperature was 1.1°C above normal, while Ludhiana recorded a maximum 0.5°C above normal. The readings indicate that daytime warmth has returned to several parts of the region following the recent spell of cooler weather.
City-wise temperature update
In Punjab, Amritsar recorded a maximum temperature of 30.9°C and a minimum of 20.5°C. Ludhiana's maximum stood at 32.6°C, with a minimum of 19.5°C, while Patiala recorded 32.9°C and 20.5°C, respectively.
Ferozepur registered a maximum of 32.4°C, Kapurthala 31.9°C and Anandpur Sahib 31.3°C. Mohali recorded a maximum of 32.7°C.
In Chandigarh, the maximum temperature was 32.8°C, while the minimum stood at 19.6°C. Panchkula recorded a maximum temperature of 30.7°C.
Across neighbouring Haryana, Ambala recorded a maximum of 32.8°C and a minimum of 20.7°C. Bhiwani registered 30.5°C, Faridabad 33.8°C and Gurugram 33.7°C. Hisar recorded a maximum of 33.6°C and a minimum of 20.2°C.
Karnal registered a maximum of 32.6°C and a minimum of 19.5°C, while Kurukshetra recorded 32°C. Narnaul's maximum stood at 30°C, Panipat recorded 33°C, and Rohtak registered 30.8°C, with a minimum temperature of 22°C.
Thunderstorm and hailstorm warnings issued
Despite the rise in daytime temperatures, the IMD has warned of thunderstorms, lightning and hailstorms on October 14 and 15 across Punjab, Chandigarh and Haryana. Residents should remain alert to changing weather conditions, particularly if strong winds or sudden showers develop.
The forecast indicates that temperatures may fluctuate over the coming days. Chandigarh's forecast points to partly cloudy skies and the possibility of rain or thundershowers on October 14 and 15, followed by mainly clear conditions over the weekend.
Cooler mornings, warmer afternoons
The difference between daytime highs and overnight lows continues to shape the region's weather. Chandigarh recorded a minimum of 19.6°C, while Ludhiana recorded 19.5°C and Amritsar 20.5°C.
For residents, this means afternoons may continue to feel warm even as mornings and evenings remain relatively comfortable. With rain and thunderstorms still possible, weather conditions may continue to change across the region.
The latest observations indicate a return of warmer daytime conditions after a short spell of relief, although further changes will depend on rainfall and local weather developments.
