Bhubaneswar, June 3 -- Odisha is set to witness an extended spell of pre-monsoon weather activity over the next five days, with light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds forecast across several districts. The weather department has issued Orange and Yellow warnings for different parts of the state, indicating the possibility of severe thunderstorms and strong surface winds, particularly during afternoon and evening hours. While rain-bearing systems are expected to bring temporary relief from heat in many areas, coastal districts are likely to continue experiencing hot and humid conditions.

On the first day of the forecast period, light to moderate rain or thunderstorms are likely at one or two places across all...