Daijiworld Media Network – Panaji

Panaji, May 8: Goa recorded its hottest day of the month on May 6, with the maximum temperature touching 36.5°C, according to data released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The temperature was 2.6°C above the normal maximum of 33.9°C for this time of the year and marked the sixth-highest maximum temperature recorded in the month of May since 2011.

IMD data showed a steady rise in daytime temperatures over the past week, with the mercury recording 34.8°C on May 1, 34.7°C on May 2, 35.2°C on May 3, 35.1°C on May 4, and 35.4°C on May 5. On Thursday too, the maximum temperature remained above normal at 35.4°C.

Night temperatures across the state have also stayed higher than usual. The minimum temperature stood at 27.5°C on May 1 and 27.4°C on May 6, compared to the normal minimum of 26.2°C.

Meteorologists attributed the prevailing conditions to strong solar heating combined with high humidity levels ahead of the monsoon season.

According to IMD officials, clear daytime skies and weak local cloud formation contributed to increased heating across the region, while humidity intensified discomfort among residents.

Historical IMD records indicate that the highest temperature ever recorded in Goa during May was 38.6°C on May 6, 2004.

Meanwhile, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for Goa, warning of continued hot and humid weather conditions over the next 24 hours.

Forecasts suggest that maximum temperatures are likely to remain between 35°C and 36°C in several parts of the state in the coming days.