Dharamshala, May 19 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shimla, has predicted showers in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh from May 19 to 24. The weather office has, however, forecast dry weather in the plain areas of the state during this period, except on May 22, when rainfall is likely across Himachal. The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) in Chamba, Kangra and Kullu districts on May 21 and 22.

During the last 24 hours, dry weather prevailed across the state, with no significant change in minimum temperatures. However, there was an appreciable rise in maximum temperatures on Monday. The average maximum temperatures remained above normal across the state.

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