Widespread Showers Drive Down Temperatures
Thursday’s rainbands that rolled through several Punjab districts delivered a noticeable break from the lingering warmth. The statewide average high dropped by about 3.8 °C, placing today’s peak temperatures roughly five degrees cooler than the typical October norm. Bathinda and Jalandhar shared the title of the warmest locations, each recording a maximum of 29.9 °C.
The Meteorological Department forecasts scattered light‑to‑moderate showers on Friday over Pathankot, Gurdaspur and Hoshiarpur, but expects a dry spell to dominate the region from 17 to 21 October.
Rainfall Distribution by District
Measurements taken on Thursday highlight the uneven spread of precipitation:
- Pathankot – 29.0 mm
- Patiala – 12.6 mm
- Gurdaspur – 6.1 mm
- Bathinda – 5.0 mm
- Amritsar – 3.0 mm
- Jalandhar – 3.0 mm
- Ludhiana – 1.4 mm
The rain translated into cooler daytime highs across the board. Amritsar peaked at 26.5 °C, Patiala at 26.8 °C, Ludhiana at 28.8 °C and Pathankot at 27.8 °C. Compared with the previous day, Amritsar’s temperature fell by 5.4 °C and Patiala’s by 5.5 °C.
Bathinda Records the Coolest Night
While the average overnight low in Punjab edged up by 0.2 °C, it still sits 2.8 °C below the long‑term average. Bathinda posted the lowest minimum temperature of the night at 17.6 °C, offering a refreshing chill in the early hours.
Further rain fell later in the day (08:30 – 17:30) at a few additional locations:
- Pathankot – 31.5 mm
- Gurdaspur – 15.5 mm
- Faridkot – 18.5 mm
Outlook: Dry Weather Expected Oct 17‑21
Meteorologists warn that while isolated showers may still appear on Friday, overall activity will wane. From 17 to 21 October, the state is projected to experience predominantly dry conditions, providing a relatively stable pattern for residents, though minor local variations could occur.
In summary, the recent rains have already pushed maximum temperatures beneath seasonal averages, and the coming days should see a gradual transition toward drier, more settled weather.
