Hot weather and heat wave conditions to prevail in Gujarat for rest of April

Hot weather conditions have been making life uncomfortable in Gujarat. But in the last two days, the temperatures in most parts of the state have dropped by 2 to 3 degree Celsius due to the commencement of warm and humid winds from the southwest direction. As these winds are blowing from the Arabian sea, humidity levels have increased but temperatures have dropped marginally.

After two days, the winds will again change direction and start blowing from the northwest direction. These winds will be travelling from Sindh and Baluchistan where temperatures are very high. Therefore, Gujarat will once again witness increase in temperatures and isolated places will come under ‘heat wave’ condition.

At present, day temperatures are above normal in most places and minimums are near normal. ‘December to April’ are the driest months for entire Gujarat as the monthly average rainfall is less than 1 mm for the districts. The month of November and May are also very dry and monthly average rainfall during these two months is also in single digits. Out of the 12 months, only five months get decent rain otherwise the other seven months are dry. Rains increases in the month of June, with July being the rainiest month.

As the dry weather conditions are expected to continue for next many days, very hot and uneasy conditions are here to prevail in entire Gujarat until the end of May.

Relief will be in sight only in the month of June when Monsoon will reach Gujarat.

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[HINDI] पठानकोट, अमृतसर, चंडीगढ़ और अंबाला में दिखी प्री-मॉनसून की बारिश, जारी रहने के आसार

पंजाब और हरियाणा के उत्तरी जिलों में प्री-मॉनसून गतिविधियां हो रही हैं। पिछले 24 घंटों के दौरान अंबाला जैसे उत्तरी शहरों में एक-दो स्थानों पर गरज के साथ बारिश दर्ज की गई है। मौसम विशेषज्ञों के अनुसार उत्तर भारत के पर्वतीय राज्यों पर एक पश्चिमी विक्षोभ बना हुआ है।इसके कारण उत्तरी राजस्थान पर एक चक्रवाती हवाओं का क्षेत्र विकसित हुआ है। इन दोनों मौसमी सिस्टमों के कारण ही हरियाणा और पंजाब के कुछ हिस्सों में मौसम बदला है।

स्काईमेट का अनुमान है कि पंजाब और हरियाणा के कुछ हिस्सों में गरज के साथ बारिश की यह गतिविधियां जारी रहेंगी। इसके अलावा इन राज्यों में कुछ जगहों पर धूल भरी आंधी भी चल सकती है। पंजाब और हरियाणा के उत्तरी भागों में वर्षा की तीव्रता अधिक रहने की संभावना है।

मौसम विशेषज्ञों के अनुसार अगले 24 घंटों के दौरान पठानकोट, गुरदासपुर, होशियारपुर, अमृतसर, कपूरथला, तरनतारन, रूपनगर, जालंधर सहित पंजाब के शहरों में में बारिश की उम्मीद है। साथ ही हरियाणा में चंडीगढ़, पंचकुला, अंबाला, यमुनानगर, करनाल और कुरुक्षेत्र जैसे जिलों में भी गरज के साथ बारिश होने की उम्मीद है।

इसके अलावा, पंजाब और हरियाणा के बाकी हिस्सों में भी धूल भरी आंधी और गरज के साथ और हल्की बारिश की गतिविधियां देखने को मिल सकती है।

इन मौसम गतिविधियों के कारण, पंजाब और हरियाणा के अधिकांश स्थानों पर दिन और रात के तापमान में गिरावट आई है। इन राज्यों में अगले 24 से 48 घंटों तक इसी तरह तापमान सामान्य से सामान्य से नीचे बना रहेगा जिससे गर्मी से राहत बरकरार रहेगी।

चूंकि, 27 अप्रैल के बाद मौसमी सिस्टम पूर्व की ओर चले जाएंगी। जिसके बाद पंजाब और हरियाणा के हिस्सों में तापमान में बढ़ोत्तरी के साथ मौसम की स्थिति एक बार फिर से शुष्क और बहुत गर्म हो जाएगी।

Also Read In English : PRE-MONSOON RAINS IN PATHANKOT, AMRITSAR, CHANDIGARH, AMBALA AND YAMUNANAGAR TO CONTINUE

प्री-मॉनसून (मार्च-मई) सीजन के दौरान पंजाब और हरियाणा सहित उत्तर पश्चिमी मैदानी इलाकों में रुक-रुक कर हो रही बारिश की गतिविधियां समय-समय पर जारी रहने की उम्मीद है। क्यूंकि जब भी पश्चिमी विक्षोभ पश्चिमी हिमालय के भागों को प्रभावित करेगा, इसका असर उत्तरी मैदानी इलाकों पर भी देखने को मिलेगा।

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कृपया ध्यान दें: स्काइमेट की वेबसाइट पर उपलब्ध किसी भी सूचना या लेख को प्रसारित या प्रकाशित करने पर साभार: skymetweather.com अवश्य लिखें।

San Francisco: where every block has a story of its own

When Rudyard Kipling painted a picture of San Francisco with his words, he wasn’t too wrong. It’s hard to leave the city once you have spent some time here. It’s exciting as to how every street you visit gives you a whole new experience. It’s no New York, I dare say, but if you ask the people who have lived here, it is the city they will never trade for another.

You’d be surprised to see how the weather changes in a jiffy. During the morning, you are enjoying a crystal clear view of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, in just a few hours, muted fogs take over bringing in the chilly weather making you regret your wardrobe choices for the day.

The colourful homes of the Italianate style in San Francisco will leave you charmed making you want some more from the city. A ride on the one of a kind cable car to the Fisherman’s Warf will take you back in time. The trip is incomplete without experiencing the crooked street which is no less than a great roller coaster ride.

A bike ride through the bay area is the perfect way to enjoy the breathtaking views, the green space, the picturesque buildings and the enchanting neighbourhoods. Don’t forget to take a sip of that perfect cup of coffee in one of the cafes at the Mission District.

San Francisco may not be the epitome of love like Paris is, but it is the place where the modern love story has the perfect ending.

San Francisco is the perfect destination for globetrotters who prefer peace and quiet more as compared to the pomp and show of New York City. If you are one of those who love long walks while sipping cup of coffee, San Francisco is your best bet. The city has an exquisite range of food items and its proximity to the Napa Valley is a plus making it one of the best wine cities in the United States.

Another aspect that draws travelers to the city is the no snow show. There are some who aren’t too exhilarated at the idea of a white snowy winter morning.

Best Time to Visit San Francisco

San Francisco’s weather is a mix of brilliant sunshine, majestic skies, and blankets of white fog. During the spring, the days are usually mild and less cloudy. While most cities witness spring showers, San Francisco remains dry during this time.

Summer in San Francisco is noticeably cooler with overcast conditions on most days due to the white fog blanketing the city. The breezes have a slight bite to them which surprisingly is no summer trait.

Fall happens to be the best time to enjoy San Francisco to its fullest. Days become sunny and the foggy days take a backseat. Conditions are warm and sunny skies are an inspiration for tourists to head to San Francisco for some beach fun. However, it is better if you pack a few layers as the bay breeze does not spare you.

Chilly winds are characteristic during the winter months. However, snowfall is a rare sight. Meanwhile, rain is abundant bringing in torrential downpours on several occasions. Days are usually cold and sunny, which is just the time for an afternoon stroll.

Places to Visit in San Francisco, Things to Do in San Francisco

Pier 39, your one stop shop: Whether you want to get a postcard view of the city and the bay or you want to have a rendezvous with the sea creatures at the Aquarium of the Bay; Pier 39 is the place to be. Located at the Fisherman’s Warf, Pier 39 is the place to be.

Golden Gate Bridge: Your trip to SFO is incomplete without a visit to iconic Golden Gate Bridge. The orange coloured bridge with a backdrop of the azure sea, and at times half covered in low lying clouds is something you should never miss.

China Town: The China Town of San Francisco is the largest out of Asia along with being the oldest in North America. While it was destroyed in the year 1906, it has been rebuilt and is all the more charming.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: Housed in the War Memorial Veterans Building of the Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco Museum of Art showcases the art of the twentieth century.

Fisherman’s Wharf: A host to the iconic Ghirardelli Square and the Ripley’s Believe it or not Museum, Fisherman’s Wharf is the place to spend an entire day at. The sea lion colony just a few blocks away makes it all the more interesting.

Golden Gate Park: Move over Central Park, San Francisco has something way bigger, and cooler called the Golden Gate Park. A million trees, the conservatory of flowers, the Japanese Tea Garden and the carousel on the Kezar drive, make sure see them all.

Union Square: The 2.5-acre public plaza situated in downtown San Francisco is the ultimate destination for shopping, and has the largest collection of luxury and departmental stores and boutiques. Dining options are unlimited making it all the more attractive to first-time visitors.

Lombard Street: If you visit San Francisco, you have to take a drive on the iconic Lombard Street. The crooked street with eight hairpin turns past Victorian mansions will give you an experience of a lifetime.

Alcatraz Island: The Alcatraz Island which is a small island about 2 km from San Francisco. The island was once the home of civil war prisoners. Video presentations and audio tours are also interesting bits of the trip.

Cable Car Museum: For history buffs, the San Francisco Cable Car Museum is something one must not miss. The museum has exhibits on the cable car system along with smaller shops.

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IPL 2019: KKR vs RR to be played amidst humid weather in Kolkata

Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals will lock horns tonight at 8 PM in the 43rd match of the 12th season of IPL. This match will be held in Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata.

In this IPL match against Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders have to return to the victory line. KKR has suffered a loss five consecutive times.

Also read in Hindi: आईपीएल 2019: ईडन गार्डन्स में आज कोलकाता और राजस्थान की भिड़ंत, मौसम रहेगा गर्म

Weather in Kolkata will be clear today with no chances of rains. At the time of the match, the temperature will be between 31 and 29 degrees. Humidity levels will remain around 60-65 percent, which can cause discomfort for players and viewers. However, winds will run at a speed of 10-15 kmph from the south-east direction. This can lead to slight relief from hot weather.

The IPL 2019 for both teams has been quite fluctuating. On one hand, where KKR have won 4 of their 10 matches played due to which KKR is in sixth position in the points table. Rajasthan, on the other hand, have won only three of their 10 matches played so far this season, and are currently at the very bottom.

Yesterday’s game was an interesting one where RCB won by 17 runs against the KXIP. In the 12th season of IPL, Bangalore registered its fourth win in 11 matches and the team has come in 7th place with 8 points. At the same time, Punjab suffered its sixth defeat in 11 games played by them.

[HINDI] आईपीएल 2019: ईडन गार्डन्स में आज कोलकाता और राजस्थान की भिड़ंत, मौसम रहेगा गर्म

आईपीएल के 12वें सीज़न का 43 वां मैच आज यानि गुरुवार को कोलकाता नाइट राइडर्स और राजस्थान रॉयल्स के बीच रात 08:00 बजे से खेला जायेगा। यह मैच कोलकाता के ईडन गार्डन्स स्टेडियम में होगा।

राजस्थान रॉयल्स के खिलाफ होने वाले आईपीएल के इस मैच में कोलकाता नाइट राइडर्स की टीम उतरेगी तो उसका इरादा मैच पर कब्ज़ा कर जीत की राह पर लौटने का होगा। बता दें कि, केकेआर को लगातार 5 बार हार का सामना करना पड़ा है। इस सीज़न में अब तक केकेआर की टीम का प्रदर्शन कुछ खास नहीं रहा है। और वह अब तक खेले अपने 7 मैचों में से सिर्फ 3 मैच ही जीत पायी है।

कोलकाता के मौसम का हाल

स्काईमेट के अनुसार आज कोलकाता में मौसम साफ होगा। बारिश की उम्मीद बिलकुल नहीं है। जिस समय मैच खेला जाएगा उस दौरान तापमान 31 से 29 डिग्री के बीच रह सकता है। उमस का स्तर 60-65 प्रतिशत के आसपास बना रहेगा जिससे खिलाड़ियों और दर्शकों को पसीने वाली गर्मी परेशान कर सकती है। हालांकि, दक्षिण-पूर्व दिशा से 10-15 किमी प्रति घंटा की रफ्तार से हवाएं चलेंगी। जिससे गर्म मौसम से मामूली राहत देखने को मिल सकती है।

बात आईपीएल के आंकड़ों की

दोनों ही टीमों के लिए आईपीएल 2019 काफी उतार चढ़ाव वाला रहा है। एक तरफ जहां केकेआर ने अब तक खेले गए अपने 10 मैचों में 4 जीते हैं तो दूसरी ओर 6 में हार का सामना करना पड़ा है। जिसकी वजह से अंक तालिका में केकेआर छठे स्थान पर है। वहीं, राजस्थान इस सीजन में अभी तक खेले गए अपने 10 मैचों में से सिर्फ तीन ही जीत पाई है और अंक तालिका में 8वें स्थान पर है।

ऐसा रहा है रिकॉर्ड

दोनों टीमों (KKR vs RR) के बीच आईपीएल में कुल 20 मैच खेले गए हैं जिसमें केकेआर10 तो राजस्थान 9 बार मैच जीती है। वहीं पिछले साल (2018) में केकेआर ने राजस्थान के खिलाफ खेले गए अपने दोनों मैचों में जीत हासिल की थी। इस साल भी पहले मैच में केकेआर ने ही बाजी मारी थी।

Also read in english : IPL 2019: KKR VS RR TO BE PLAYED AMIDST HUMID WEATHER IN KOLKATA

कोलकाता की टीम लगातार पांच मैच हारकर मुश्किल में है और राजस्थान रॉयल्स अब आखिरी स्थान पर पहुंच गई है। ऐसे में यह मुकाबला आईपीएल 2019 में दोनों टीमों के लिए काफी अहम है।

बात पिछले मैच की

कल खेले गए बंगलौर और पंजाब के मैच में बंगलौर की टीम ने 17 रनों के साथ जीत दर्ज की। आईपीएल के 12वें सीजन में बंगलौर ने 11 मैचों में चौथी जीत दर्ज की और टीम 8 अंकों के साथ 8वें स्थान पर आ गई है। वहीं, पंजाब को 11 मैचों में छठी हार झेलनी पड़ी और टीम 10 अंकों के साथ 5वें स्थान पर है।

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Potential Cyclone Fani to cause week long rain in Sri Lanka

The much talked about Low Pressure Area is brewing in the Bay of Bengal and Sri Lanka is all set to see some rains due to the system. The system is currently positioned over the Southeast Bay of Bengal and adjoining Equatorial Indian Ocean. Moreover, the low seems to be intensifying, and is showing good signs of further intensification.

The system is moving west north westwards and by tonight or early morning hours, it will become a Depression. Furthermore, the system will intensify into a Depression in subsequent 24 hours. In fact, it may then concentrate into a Cyclone by the evening of April 27 or morning of April 28. Until the formation, the system is likely to have a west northwestward movement.

Also Read: With Cyclone Fani brewing in Bay, Pre Monsoon showers to seize in Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka

However, after the formation into Cyclone Fani, it is likely to follow a northwestward track. This is when the system will be in proximity of Sri Lanka. However, despite being far away from the system currently, rain and thundershowers may be seen in parts of Sri Lanka today onward.

The intensity of these showers may not be that much until April 27. However, when the system does become a Cyclone and moves in proximity of east coast of Sri Lanka including Batticaloa, Trincomalee, rains may pick up pace. Sri Lanka will not be directly affected as the storm will not move through and through the nation.

However, some rains will continue over the nation for at least a week from now on. Potential Cyclone Fani is a slow moving one, due to which rainfall in Sri Lanka may get prolonged. Strong gusty winds will also be seen in parts with showers being heavy in some parts of the nation.

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[Hindi] दिल्ली में लू जल्द दे सकती है दस्तक, अप्रैल के आखिर तक राहत की उम्मीद नहीं

दिल्ली में पिछले 2-3 दिनों से तापमान लगातार नए रिकॉर्ड पर पहुँच रहा है। कल यानि बुधवार को इस सीजन में अब तक का सबसे अधिक 41.7 डिग्री सेल्सियस तापमान दर्ज किया गया। इससे एक दिन पहले भी पारा 40.3 डिग्री पहुंचा था। अब तक यह दूसरी बार है जब तापमान 40 डिग्री के पार पहुंचा है।

अप्रैल महीने में राजधानी दिल्ली के मौसम में व्यापक उतार-चढ़ाव देखने को मिलते हैं। जहां अप्रैल की शुरुआत आमतौर पर 34 डिग्री अधिकतम तापमान के साथ होती है वहीं महीने के आखिर तक पारा 39 डिग्री पहुँच जाता है। यानि जहां अप्रैल का पहले पखवाड़े में सुहावना मौसम होता है वहीं दूसरे पक्ष में गर्मी तेज़ होने लगती है। इसी क्रम में पिछले तीन दिनों से दिल्ली में तापमान में तेज़ वृद्धि हुई है और गर्मी बढ़ने लगी है। इन तीन दिनों में पारा लगातार नए पायदान पर पहुंचा है।

हालांकि मौसम विशेषज्ञों के अनुसार दिल्ली में अप्रैल के आखिर में 42-43 डिग्री अधिकतम तापमान सामान्य तापमान माना जाता है। हालांकि दिल्ली-एनसीआर में अगले 24 घंटों तक तापमान में और वृद्धि देखने को नहीं मिलेगी, क्योंकि इस समय उत्तर भारत में एक पश्चिमी विक्षोभ बना हुआ है। इसके चलते दिल्ली के उत्तर में मैदानी क्षेत्रों में हल्की बारिश होगी। साथ ही दिल्ली में हवा भी बदलकर उत्तर-पश्चिम से दक्षिण-पूर्वी हो गई है।

इसके चलते दिल्ली-एनसीआर में आज धूप तेज़ तो रहेगी लेकिन आंशिक बादल भी कुछ समय के लिए दिख सकते हैं। खासकर शाम के समय बादल आएंगे लेकिन यह बादल दिल्ली को बारिश के रूप में राहत लाकर देने वाले नहीं हैं।

मौसम विशेषज्ञों के अनुसार दिल्ली-एनसीआर में अगले 5-6 दिन यानि अप्रैल के बाकी बचे समय में बारिश की संभावना बिलकुल नहीं है। इस दौरान अधिकतम तापमान 40 डिग्री से ऊपर बना रहेगा। पारा सामान्य से अधिक होगा जिससे लू की संभावना से इंकार नहीं किया जा सकता। यही नहीं रात का तापमान भी सामान्य से ऊपर ही रहने के आसार हैं।

Also read In English: No relief sight from heat in Delhi, Hotter days ahead

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With Cyclone Fani brewing in Bay, pre-Monsoon rains in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka to seize

Tamil Nadu has seen good amount of rainfall activity during the last three to four days, particularly over the interior parts. During the pre-Monsoon season, the state gets to see rains on account of two reasons. The first one being the peninsular trough, which is a semi-permanent feature and keeps oscillating from east-west and vice versa. The second feature is the wind discontinuity which is another regular one and is seen during the season that spans from March to May.

However, these pre-Monsoon rains and thundershowers are now likely to cease. This can be attributed to the likely tropical storm Fani brewing in Bay of Bengal. The system, which was just a cyclonic circulation, has now become more organized and is now a low pressure area over Southeast Bay of Bengal and Equatorial Indian ocean.

Also Read: Cyclone Fani to form in the next 48 hours

According to weathermen, the system will continue to move in west-northwest direction towards Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu coast. Atmospheric conditions and cloud mass are already indicating towards its further strengthening into a depression shortly and it will take the shape of a cyclonic storm very soon in the next 48 hours, i.e. either by evening of April 27 or early morning of April 28.

By this time, Fani would have moved closer to the Tamil Nadu coast and would start governing the wind pattern over the Peninsular region. The winds are expected to then concentrate around the system, taking away all the moisture from the southern parts of the country. Winds will be predominantly easterly over the region. Majority of the intense rains would be confined to the sea.

In fact, whenever such situation arrives, all the pre-Monsoon features get merged with the system. Thus, for the next three days, we would not see much of pre-Monsoon activities over Tamil Nadu and adjoining areas. Thereafter, as the cyclone Fani inches closer to the coast, rains will once again commence.

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No relief in sight from heat in Delhi, hotter days ahead

Delhi recorded a sizzling 41.7°C as the day temperature yesterday, which is the highest recorded maximum of the season so far.

Just a day before, on April 23 Delhi had recorded 40.3°C as maximum that was the second time the city had crossed the 40-degree mark.

The month of April sees a large variation in terms of weather in Delhi. April starts with an average temperature of 34°C and ends at 39°C. The second half of April is quite hot, the start however is a little influenced with the flavors of March (Cooler temperature). True to this, the last three days in Delhi are experiencing very hot temperatures, breaching the season’s record every single day.

A figure close to 43°C is considered quite common for Delhi in April and generally happens towards the end of the month.

The temperatures are however not expected to rise in the next 24 hours- all thanks to the recent Western Disturbance that has formed in the hills, giving light rains over the northern plains. Also, the winds have changed direction from north-westerly to south-easterly.

Today, the weather will remain clear and sunny, with a few clouds appearing during the later part of the day.

Now, the weather is expected to remain dry for at least the remaining days of April. The temperature during this period is likely to settle beyond the 40 degrees Celsius mark. Heat wave like conditions cannot be ruled out since day temperatures are ought to be recorded at least 4 degrees above the average. Even the night temperatures might record well above normal. ‘Loo’ like conditions cannot be ruled out either.

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Madhya Pradesh to remain hot and dry for the coming week, parts to reel under heat wave

The state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India does not get affected directly by most of the pre-Monsoon weather systems, due to its geographical location. But few northern districts such as Bhind, Morena, Gwalior, Sheopur, Shivpuri and Datia that lie close to the vicinity of northwestern plains tend to observe on and off isolated weather activities.

Rest all other central, eastern and southern parts of the state witness very little weather activities during the pre-Monsoon season.

In March, West Madhya Pradesh was rain deficient by a large margin of 63%, while East Madhya Pradesh had witnessed near normal rains with a surplus of 8%.

The first half of April also saw a similar pattern but thereafter several spells of weather activities struck the region. In fact, on April 16, widespread rain and thundershowers accompanied with dust storm, hailstorm and strong winds caused a lot of disruption in the state. Few lives were also lost due to lightning strikes.

Thereafter, intermittent scattered pre-Monsoon rains occurred over the state and as of today, West Madhya Pradesh is rain surplus by a huge margin of 87%, while East Madhya Pradesh is surplus by 30%.

Since the last few days now, dry and hot weather conditions are prevailing in Madhya Pradesh with day temperatures exceeding 40˚C. Some of the places in western and southern parts of the state are reeling under heat wave conditions.

Yesterday, Khargone recorded seasons highest maximum temperature at 45.6˚C, making it the hottest city in India. Many other places in West Madhya Pradesh such as Dhar recorded day temperatures between 43˚C to 44˚C.

In the coming days, due to the absence of any significant weather systems, the entire state of Madhya Pradesh will remain dry and very hot. Temperatures will also continue to rise, and few more pockets of the region may come under the influence of heat wave condition.

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Low pressure area forms in Bay, Cyclone Fani likely in next 48 hours

After gaining more strength, the cyclonic circulation has finally induced a low pressure area. The system is presently marked over Southeast Bay of Bengal and Equatorial Indian ocean. It continues to move west-northwest and gaining latitude.

According to Skymet Weather, the low pressure area has become a compact circulation, which is a sign of organization. In fact, weathermen are of the view that the system is showing enough signs of depression, which is likely to form shortly, most likely in less than 24 hours.

The system has a dense circular cloud mass with a feeder band, which are the prominent features of depression or even a deep depression.

The likely depression would continue to travel in favorable weather conditions of warm sea surface temperatures to the tune 30°C and low vertical wind shear. Long sea travel will continue to feed moisture, which is expected to further enhance the intensity of the system. Moreover, MJO is still in the close vicinity of Indian Ocean

We can expect the system to strengthen into a tropical storm during the subsequent 24 hours i.e. by either by evening of April 27 or early morning of April 28. It is to be named as Cyclone Fani. By this time, it would have reached Southwest Bay of Bengal, close to Sri Lanka.

Gradually, it will come in close proximity of North Tamil Nadu coast in the Southwest Bay of Bengal. Weather models are then showing tendency of the system to move more of north-northwestwards and re-curve thereafter.

As mentioned before, it is already a slow-moving system and if the system re-curves, it is likely to further make it slower. This means that the system may become more intense and spend more time in proximity of Tamil Nadu coast, resulting in good rains over the state including Chennai for a prolonged period.

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The land of nawabs, Bhopal and when to visit it

Bhopal is a twin city divided by two lakes present almost at the heart of the country and rightly fitting in to the tagline of Madhya Pradesh Tourism ‘Hindostan ka Dil Dekho’. Towards South, you find the Old city embellished with history and towards the North you find the Modern city filled with shopping complexes and plush hotels.

It is highly ornamented with the majestic mosques, beautiful havelis and museums. The Nawabi food found here is an absolute delight for the foodies.

Bhopal is also the cultural hub with numerous art performing centers in the city. Sadly, the city is also a reminiscence of a tragic disaster in the chemical plant of Union Carbide that took a toll on a thousand lives.

Summers (April - June)

This is when the temperature range from 24° C to a whopping 47° C. The Summer months are hot, dry and sultry. This isn't a very good time to visit the city. If you do visit Bhopal during Summers, make sure you carry your summer essentials like scarves, light cotton clothes and keep yourself hydrated.

Monsoon (July - September)

Any place becomes beautiful during the rainy months. Although due to increased humidity and heavy rainfall, visiting places might get difficult back at Bhopal. Monsoon months are a good time to visit the city after lowered temperatures and cool showers. The added greenery and beauty is breathtaking.

Winters (October - March)

The weather at this time is misty and chilly. The temperature is an average 6° C. These months are perfect to visit Bhopal. This period witnesses a lot of tourists from far and wide.

Things to do and Places to be in Bhopal

Explore history at Yodhasthal Museum or get awestruck by the ancient paintings in the Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka Caves. Go meditating amidst the Buddhist architecture at Sanchi Stupa. Go for picnic at Van Vihar National Park or enjoy a boat ride in Bhojtal.

As much as the town is for religious seekers it is alike for foodies where you can enjoy Mughlai, Awadhi and Peshawari cuisine or go skinny-dipping your taste buds in the immense variety of Biryanis. You can also head out for a shopping spree at the DB Mall.

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