Heatwave Ravages Punjab & Chandigarh: March Feels Like April-May, Patiala Hottest

Heatwave Ravages Punjab & Chandigarh: March Feels Like April-May, Patiala Hottest

Chandigarh/Mohali: March 10, 2026
Sudden weather shift stunned Punjab and Chandigarh. Early March temperatures soaring, daytime feels like April-May. Clear skies, intense sun expected today—fully dry weather. IMD: Max/min temps ~6°C above normal.​

Temperature Status in Patiala & Chandigarh

Past 24 hrs: Patiala hottest at 33.6°C. Chandigarh hit 33.2°C. Temps crossed 31°C in 11 major Punjab cities.

• Ludhiana: 33°C

• Amritsar: 31.2°C

• Mohali: 31.6°C

Weather Systems

Experts cite active Western Disturbance via mid-level westerlies. Sub-tropical westerly jet stream over J&K at 155 km/h causing plains heat surge.

Forecast Ahead

Director Surender Pal: Dry mainly next 6 days. Possible light rain some areas March 15. Stable next 3 days; 2-3°C drop after—slight heat relief.

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