Lucknow Residents Welcome Weather Change with Drizzle and Dust Storm
After enduring nearly a week of rising heat, Lucknow received partial relief on Sunday as the city witnessed a shift in weather patterns. The day began with a cool breeze and cloud cover, offering a respite from the scorching temperatures that had gripped the area.
Sunday's Weather Events: From Drizzle to Dust Storm
Residents woke up to overcast skies and brief spells of drizzle accompanied by thunder in some localities. By afternoon, the sky cleared, allowing strong sunshine to return. However, late in the evening, gusty winds and a dust storm swept through several parts of the city, marking a dramatic end to the day.
According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Lucknow's maximum temperature on Sunday was recorded at 31.6 degrees Celsius, which is 0.6 degrees below the normal range. The minimum temperature settled at 20.6 degrees Celsius, approximately 5.6 degrees above normal. For Monday, the maximum temperature is expected to remain around 31-32 degrees Celsius, with the minimum likely hovering near 21 degrees Celsius.
IMD Forecast: Rain and Thunderstorms to Continue
The IMD has predicted that light rain, thunder, and lightning may be witnessed in Lucknow and several parts of Uttar Pradesh from March 15 to 16. Meteorologist Mohammad Danish at IMD, Lucknow, explained the meteorological factors behind this change.
"Weather conditions over UP are currently being influenced by a western disturbance over Pakistan and north Punjab, along with a cyclonic circulation over Haryana," Danish stated. "Due to the interaction of westerly and easterly winds, intermittent light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms was recorded since last night in the northern Terai regions and adjoining central districts. This activity led to a fall in temperatures across most parts of the state."
Extended Weather Outlook for Uttar Pradesh
The impact of this weather system is likely to persist until March 16. Following this, dry weather conditions are expected during March 17-18, which may cause a slight rise in temperatures. Subsequently, under the influence of another active western disturbance, a fresh spell of rainfall is likely to begin over western UP from March 19 and may continue until March 21. This could bring temperatures back to normal levels.
In other regions of the state, higher temperatures were reported in the Bundelkhand area. Banda and Fatehpur recorded 37.4 degrees Celsius, the highest in Uttar Pradesh. The IMD also issued a warning for isolated hailstorms in parts of eastern UP and the Terai region, including Gorakhpur and surrounding areas.
This weather shift provides temporary relief for Lucknow residents, with the IMD monitoring conditions closely for further updates.
