Residents of the Sangam city woke up to a thick blanket of clouds on Saturday morning, with the sky remaining overcast until around 10 am. Strong, gusty winds accompanied by sporadic showers swept across several parts of the district during the day, providing much-needed relief from the intense heat that had gripped the region earlier this week.
The shift in weather conditions led to a notable drop in temperature, although high humidity levels continued to make the atmosphere sultry and uncomfortable for many.
Temperature and Humidity Details
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the maximum temperature in Prayagraj was recorded at 36.8 degrees Celsius, while the minimum settled at 29.1 degrees Celsius. Compared to the previous day, the daytime temperature experienced a further decline, primarily due to persistent cloud cover, intermittent rain, and strong winds.
Despite the drop in temperature, the city endured sultry weather for the second consecutive day. Relative humidity remained high, fluctuating between 50% and 60%, resulting in sticky conditions and excessive sweating.
Impact of Gusty Winds
The impact of gusty winds, reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph, was visible across both urban and rural areas of the district. Trees were uprooted at several locations, causing disruptions in traffic movement and inconvenience to commuters. In some localities, branches fell onto roads, prompting civic authorities to undertake clearance operations. Power disruptions were also reported in several areas.
In Muttiganj, two individuals sustained injuries when a portion of a dilapidated verandah collapsed amid the strong winds and rain. The injured were provided medical attention promptly.
IMD Forecast
The IMD has forecast partly cloudy skies with the possibility of thunderstorms and light to moderate rain for a day, followed by a weeklong spell of bright sunshine resulting in warm conditions.
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