Heavy rainfall is set to continue in Himachal Pradesh, with the State Meteorological Centre issuing a yellow alert for 10 districts on Tuesday. The alert covers Shimla, Kullu, Kangra, Mandi, Solan, Chamba, Sirmaur, and Lahaul and Spiti, where heavy rain is likely at isolated places throughout the day.
Yellow Alert Districts and Weather Forecast
According to The Tribune, the weather is expected to remain dry in the rest of the state. Minimum temperatures are expected to remain normal, while maximum temperatures are likely to rise by 2°C to 3°C during the day.
Temperature Readings Across Himachal
The minimum temperature was recorded at 17.5°C in Shimla, 18.6°C in Dharamshala, 19.5°C in Manali, 21°C in Solan, 24.7°C in Mandi, 25.5°C in Bilaspur, 25.1°C in Hamirpur, 15.8°C in Kufri, 22.1°C in Nahan, 16.2°C in Kalpa, 13.6°C in Keylong, 22.8°C in Una, 22.1°C in Bhuntar, and 26°C in Paonta Sahib.
Our Take: Continued Vigilance Needed
In our view, the extended yellow alert across 10 districts signals that the monsoon remains active in Himachal. While the temperature rise of 2°C to 3°C may bring some relief from the chill, the heavy rain at isolated spots could still cause local disruptions. Residents and travelers in the affected districts should stay updated on weather warnings and avoid unnecessary travel in vulnerable areas.