Indore to set up 6 weather stations in the city for better forecast

To enhance weather forecasting and provide localized data, the Meteorological Department will establish five new weather stations in Indore, expanding the city's network to six by next year. Work on these centres will begin in December, with three planned for the outskirts and two in the central and eastern parts.

Currently, the only operational weather station in Indore is at the airport, but this single-point data is inadequate for representing the city’s diverse weather patterns. “The new network of weather stations will capture detailed microclimatic variations across Indore,” explained Dr. Vedprakash Singh, senior meteorologist at the department.

The newly proposed centres will be strategically placed to cover urban and rural areas, including Mhow, Depalpur, and Sanwer. This will address data discrepancies, like this year’s uneven rainfall. While the airport recorded 39 inches, the eastern city area near Agriculture College received only 34 inches, highlighting the need for multiple data collection points.

“Currently, airport rainfall data is the standard for the city, despite varying conditions,” Dr. Singh noted. “With the new setup, we can provide region-specific weather information, offering a more accurate picture of temperature, rainfall, and humidity.”

The upgraded weather system will use advanced radar and satellite technology, eliminating the need for traditional weather stations in each zone. The radar units will be installed on existing government buildings, streamlining the process and reducing costs.

“With modern radar and satellite systems, we can cover vast areas and get precise weather data without needing separate physical stations,” Dr. Singh explained. “This will enhance our ability to predict localized weather events like heatwaves, fog, mist, and cold waves during winter.”

The six weather stations will cover the city and surrounding districts comprehensively, allowing better predictions and timely alerts. With more localized data, authorities can offer tailored weather forecasts, benefiting the public and sectors like agriculture.

Accurate weather predictions will help district farmers make informed sowing and harvesting decisions. Precise temperature, rainfall, and humidity data will also aid in planning for heat waves and cold waves, ensuring better preparedness for extreme weather.

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