Lucknow Experiences Dust Storm and Rain, IMD Predicts More Showers
Rain & dust storm cool city; IMD forecasts more light showers
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Lucknow experienced a dust storm and rain on Sunday, significantly reducing temperatures and humidity. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued light showers and thunderstorms in the coming days, with maximum temperatures expected to stabilize around 36 degrees Celsius.
- 01Winds reached speeds of up to 70 km/h during the storm, leading to a noticeable drop in temperature.
- 02The maximum temperature recorded was 36.3 degrees Celsius, which is 3.9 degrees below normal.
- 03The IMD predicts thunderstorms with gusty winds of 40 to 50 km/h in the next 24 hours.
- 04Heavy rainfall was reported in several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Sambhal and Moradabad.
- 05Residents are advised to avoid seeking shelter under trees and electric poles during thunderstorms.
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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.
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The weather changes have led to a significant drop in temperatures, providing relief from humidity for residents.
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