Gurgaon Experiences Unseasonably Warm Night, Temperature Crosses 20°C Mark for First Time This Season
Gurgaon witnessed an unusually warm night on Friday, with the minimum temperature reaching 20.7°C, marking the first instance this season that the mercury has climbed above the 20-degree threshold, according to data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This significant reading was recorded at the NorthCap University automatic weather station at 8:30 AM on March 13, representing a notable increase of approximately 2.6°C compared to the previous day's minimum temperature.
Widespread Warming Across Haryana
The elevated night temperature in Gurgaon is part of a broader warming trend observed across Haryana. Several other regions in the state reported higher-than-usual minimum temperatures, all surpassing their normal levels for mid-March:
- Ambala: 19.8°C
- Rohtak: 18.8°C
- Bhiwani: 18.5°C
- Narnaul: 19.4°C
In contrast, Karnal recorded the lowest minimum temperature in the state at 15.6°C, yet even this figure remained above the typical range for this period, highlighting the pervasive nature of the warming conditions.
Meteorological Factors Behind the Temperature Rise
Meteorologists have attributed the rise in night temperatures to specific atmospheric conditions and the absence of strong western disturbances. These disturbances typically play a crucial role in lowering temperatures during this time of the year, but their lack has contributed to the current warming trend. Additionally, no rainfall was reported anywhere in Haryana over the past 24 hours, as confirmed by IMD data, further exacerbating the dry and warm conditions.
Expert Predictions and Future Outlook
Weather experts indicate that this warming trend is likely to persist in the coming days. Both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to gradually increase across Haryana, potentially leading to more unseasonably warm conditions. This pattern underscores the importance of monitoring climate variations and their impacts on regional weather systems.
The data highlights a notable shift in seasonal norms, with Gurgaon's 20.7°C minimum temperature serving as a clear indicator of the ongoing warming across the state.
