On Sunday evening, Lucknow was hit by strong winds and a dust storm, followed by rain that provided relief from the high humidity. The storm began around 3 PM, with wind speeds reaching up to 70 km/h. This led to a drop in temperature, with a maximum of 36.3 degrees Celsius, which is 3.9 degrees below normal. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that light rain fell in various localities, including Hazratganj and Kaiserbagh. The IMD forecasts that partly cloudy skies will prevail on Monday, with isolated light rain expected. Thunderstorms with winds of 40 to 50 km/h are also predicted in the region. Similar weather conditions were noted across Uttar Pradesh, where heavy rainfall affected several districts, lowering temperatures statewide by 2 to 7 degrees Celsius. Residents are cautioned against seeking shelter under trees and structures during thunderstorms as the weather system continues to evolve.