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Maharashtra Weather Alert: Heatwave and Rain Warnings Issued by Meteorological Department
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News18•06-10-2026, 18:48
Maharashtra Weather Alert: Heatwave and Rain Warnings Issued by Meteorological Department
- •Rain has temporarily taken a break in most parts of Maharashtra, but thunder and rain remain likely in a few districts.
- •According to the IMD forecast for October 7, rain is expected in parts of Konkan, Western Maharashtra, and Vidarbha.
- •Light rain showers accompanied by thunder are predicted in Sindhudurg district.
- •North Maharashtra and Marathwada are likely to experience predominantly dry weather with rising temperatures.
- •A yellow alert has been issued for Gadchiroli district in Vidarbha for light to moderate rain with gusty winds and lightning.
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The India Meteorological Department forecasted that parts of Konkan, Western Maharashtra, and Vidarbha could experience rain, while October heat is felt in some areas and most of North Maharashtra and Marathwada remain dry.
The Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for Gadchiroli district, where light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder, lightning, and winds of 30 to 40 km/h is likely.
The temperature in Nashik is likely to hover around 19 to 34 degrees Celsius, while Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar is expected to range between 21 and 38 degrees Celsius.
