Himachal Pradesh likely to witness dry spell after May 18, temperatures may touch 40°C: IMD

Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness a prolonged dry spell and rising temperatures after May 18. The India Meteorological Department has forecast light rainfall activity in isolated higher reaches of the state over the next two days. Temperatures are currently ranging between 30-35 degrees Celsius in lower hill and plain areas, and are likely to rise steadily over the next week, possibly touching 40 degrees Celsius in lower hill and plain areas.