The weather will be on fire from UP-Bihar to Delhi-NCR! IMD issued red alert of heat wave, know when monsoon will arrive

New Delhi: On one hand, the south-west monsoon has started gaining momentum in the country, while on the other hand, many states of North and Central India are in the grip of scorching heat. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, on Saturday, monsoon has hit the south-eastern Arabian Sea, parts of the Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea and the entire Nicobar Islands. At the same time, a warning of severe heat wave has been issued in many states including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh till May 22.

The Meteorological Department says that the conditions remain completely favorable for the further advance of the monsoon in the next three to four days. On the other hand, strong sunlight and hot winds in North India have increased the problems of the people. Especially in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, there is a possibility of further increase in temperature in the coming days.

Heat wave alert issued in these states

IMD has warned of heat wave and severe heat wave for the next one week in West Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Chhattisgarh. According to the Meteorological Department, heat may reach its peak in Rajasthan on 21 and 22 May. There are chances of further increase in temperature in Uttar Pradesh between 19th and 22nd May. There is a possibility of a new phase of intense heat starting in western Rajasthan. The weather may remain dry in Uttar Pradesh for the next five days.

Favorable conditions for further advance of monsoon

IMD said that within the next three-four days, the monsoon may advance into some more parts of the south-eastern Arabian Sea, south-west and south-eastern Bay of Bengal. Apart from this, there is a possibility of monsoon reaching parts of East Central Bay of Bengal along with Andaman Islands and remaining areas of Andaman Sea. The Meteorological Department said, all the criteria are being met for the advance of South-West Monsoon in the region.

Monsoon may reach Kerala before time

IMD had said on Friday that south-west monsoon is likely to reach Kerala on the morning of May 26. Generally, monsoon starts in Kerala on June 1, which is considered the formal beginning of the rainy season in the country which runs from June to September.

What is El Nino?

El Nino is a natural climate cycle that occurs when the waters of the equatorial Pacific Ocean become warmer than normal. This increase in ocean temperature affects the weather patterns of the entire world. Due to its effect, severe heat and drought-like conditions are created in many areas, while in some areas the risk of heavy rains and floods increases.

How long does the effect of El Nino last?

El Nino develops every 2 to 7 years and its effects can last for about 9 to 12 months. Its intensity is determined by the increase in ocean temperature. When the temperature rises by 0.5 degrees Celsius above normal, it is considered a weak El Nino. At the same time, if the temperature increases by more than 2 degrees Celsius then it is called Super El Nino condition. In the new report, there is a possibility of increase in temperature.