After a brief lull, monsoon activity has picked up again in Chhattisgarh, with the southern and central parts of the state likely to receive heavier rainfall over the next two days.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had warned of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall over Chhattisgarh on September 10 and 11. The renewed spell comes after several days of relatively subdued rainfall, including a spell of rain in Raipur on Thursday evening.
The rain brought some relief from humidity, but showers also affected traffic movement in parts of Raipur, with congestion reported after the rainfall.
South and Central Chhattisgarh to See Stronger Rainfall
Weather activity is expected to remain higher over south and central Chhattisgarh, where rainfall intensity could increase during the next couple of days.
Some areas may experience spells of heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Other parts of the state are also likely to receive light to moderate rainfall.
The IMD's district-warning system is currently tracking rainfall and thunderstorm risks across the state, with forecasts subject to change as fresh weather observations come in.
Residents in areas experiencing heavy showers have been advised to exercise caution, particularly during thunderstorms and lightning.
Raipur Could Get More Rain Spells
Raipur is expected to remain under cloudy conditions with intermittent rain or thundershowers.
The city recorded a fresh spell of rain on Thursday evening after a gap of several days. The showers provided relief from the prevailing humidity but also resulted in traffic congestion at several locations.
IMD's city forecast indicates the possibility of light rain or thunderstorms in Raipur on September 11 and 12.
The maximum temperature in the city is expected to remain around the low 30s Celsius.
Rainfall Deficit Remains a Concern
Despite the fresh spell, rainfall distribution across Chhattisgarh remains uneven.
A recent assessment showed significant differences between districts, with some areas recording surplus rainfall while others continued to face deficits.
The latest state-level assessment cited in the source report puts the seasonal rainfall deficit at around 6%.
The renewed rainfall could help reduce the shortfall in some areas, although the impact will depend on the amount and distribution of rain received over the coming days.
Thunderstorms and Lightning Require Caution
With heavy rain expected in parts of the state, thunderstorms and lightning could become an additional weather hazard.
People should avoid open areas, isolated trees and exposed locations during thunderstorms. Commuters should also be prepared for slower traffic and temporary waterlogging in low-lying urban areas if rainfall becomes intense.
Monsoon Activity Likely to Stay Active
The latest weather pattern indicates that the monsoon is not completely subdued over Chhattisgarh.
The IMD's September 10 bulletin specifically identified Chhattisgarh among the areas likely to receive isolated heavy to very heavy rain on September 10 and 11.
For Raipur and other urban centres, the immediate concern is likely to be short-duration heavy showers, traffic disruption and localised waterlogging, while agricultural areas could benefit from additional rainfall.
The weather situation will remain dependent on the movement and strengthening of the system over the Bay of Bengal and adjoining regions. District-level warnings may change with subsequent IMD updates.
