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Cyclone Arnab Weakens, Bihar to Get Relief Today; Rain Expected Again After Days
- •Cyclone 'Arnab' is weakening, with normal weather expected in Bihar from today.
- •Rainfall will decrease from September 27 to September 30, with good sunshine expected in many districts.
- •Khagaria recorded the highest rainfall in the last 24 hours, 474% above average.
- •Heavy rainfall in Bihar was due to Cyclone 'Arnab' and an active Western Disturbance.
- •Despite heavy rains, Bihar still has a 32% rainfall deficit this monsoon, while rivers are swelling and flood situations persist.
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After weakening, the Meteorological Department did not issue any rain alerts for Bihar districts on Sunday, September 27, 2026, leading to a high probability of normal weather. However, some parts including Patna may remain cloudy with occasional scattered rain and thunder-lightning.
Khagaria district recorded the highest rainfall, receiving 474 percent more rain than average. This was followed closely by Siwan and Begusarai with 450 percent more rain, and Munger with over 339 percent above-average rainfall.
Despite three days of heavy rainfall caused by the cyclonic system, Bihar's total monsoon season rainfall remains below normal. The state has recorded only 657.9 mm of rain compared to the expected 968.8 mm, leaving a deficit of 32 percent.
