Pune witnessed sudden afternoon thunderstorms on Monday, bringing relief after days of dry weather and rising temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to very light rain for the city over the next two to three days.

Local showers

The rain was isolated, hitting only specific pockets of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad rather than the entire city. IMD Pune senior scientist SD Sanap said similar brief, localised spells are likely to continue for the next few days.