Bihar will have to wait till May 12 for another spell of rains

The MeT department today said the people of Bihar can expect respite from heat after May 12 when another spell of rains is predicted.
"The temperature will remain normal in Bihar for the next two days with winds blowing at a considerable speed. Besides, some parts of North East and South East of Bihar will witness drizzle," senior meteorologist R K Giri told PTI.
There are chances of most parts of Bihar expecting rainfall on May 12 and 13, providing relief from the scorching conditions, Giri said.
Following the intermittent showers on May 3 and 4, humidity had increased in the region, raising the discomfort level. Met officials said heat-wave conditions are unlikely in Patna till May 12.

Gaya remained the hottest place in the state with maximum temperature recorded at 40.5 degrees Celsius. Patna today recorded a high of 38 degrees Celsius, while Bhagalpur recorded 39 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature in Purnea stood at 35 degrees Celsius.