October heat grips Marathwada; Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar touches 37.4°C

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Temperatures in Marathwada have climbed again after a break in the rain. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar recorded a maximum of 37.4°C on Friday, October 9, while Parbhani reached 37°C and Beed 36.5°C. With the mercury above 35°C in most districts of the division, the afternoon sun is being felt sharply.

According to the weather department's forecast, all eight districts of Marathwada will stay mainly dry from October 10 to 16, with maximum temperatures between 35°C and 38°C and minimums between 20°C and 24°C. Nanded could touch 38°C next week.

Highs of 35-36°C are forecast for Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and Jalna, 36-37°C for Beed, Latur, Dharashiv and Parbhani, and 35-37°C for Hingoli. With clear skies expected, the afternoon heat will be more intense. Nights will be relatively cooler, but there is little prospect of relief during the day.

Source: Pudhari