Jharsuguda Hottest in Odisha at 39.6°C as Temperatures Rise Across State

Bhubaneswar: Day temperatures continued to rise across several parts of Odisha on Thursday, with Jharsuguda recording the highest temperature in the state at 39.6°C for the second consecutive day, according to the evening weather bulletin issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar.

Several western and interior districts witnessed temperatures above 36°C, signalling a gradual intensification of heat conditions in early March.

Apart from Jharsuguda, Titlagarh recorded 37.5°C, while Paralakhemundi registered 37.2°C. Gopalpur and Dhenkanal both reported 37.1°C. Angul recorded 36.9°C, followed by Hirakud at 36.8°C, Bolangir at 36.7°C and Sambalpur at 36.6°C.

The state capital Bhubaneswar logged a maximum temperature of 36.4°C, similar to Talcher, reflecting the rising heat trend in coastal and adjoining regions.

In northern Odisha, Baripada recorded 36°C. Coastal areas such as Chandbali and Cuttack reported 34.6°C each. Temperatures remained relatively lower in some coastal pockets, with Puri recording 32.2°C and Paradip 31°C.

Among the cooler places in the state, hill station Daringibadi recorded 31°C, while Koraput and Balasore logged 32.6°C each.

The IMD said dry weather is very likely to prevail across Odisha over the next few days. However, shallow to moderate fog may occur in some coastal districts during the early morning hours.

Looking ahead, the weather office has indicated the possibility of light rain or thunderstorms at isolated places in northern districts from March 8, accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds of 30–40 kmph under a Yellow Warning.

The IMD also stated that no major change in maximum temperatures is expected over the next five days, after which temperatures may increase by 2–3°C across the state.