LUCKNOW, India — UP Weather Alert: The southwest monsoon remains active across both eastern and western divisions of Uttar Pradesh, bringing heavy rainfall to several parts of the state. The weather department has warned of more intense showers and thunderstorms over the next two to three days, with a heavy rain alert covering multiple districts.
- Heavy rain warning: Several districts across eastern and western Uttar Pradesh may receive heavy rainfall with thunderstorms.
- Rainfall trend: Meerut recorded the highest rainfall of 58 mm between 8 am and 5 pm on Friday.
- Monsoon activity: A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has strengthened monsoon activity over Uttar Pradesh.
- Below-normal rainfall: The state has received 360 mm rainfall against an estimated 470 mm between June 1 and August 14.
UP Weather to Remain Active for Next Two to Three Days
According to the information provided by the Meteorological Department, the southwest monsoon has become active over both divisions of Uttar Pradesh. Several areas witnessed heavy showers, while thunderstorms and rain were also reported in other parts of the state.
Meteorologist Dr Atul Singh attributed the increased monsoon activity to a low-pressure area that has developed over the Bay of Bengal. The system has contributed to stronger rainfall activity across different parts of Uttar Pradesh.
The department expects the current weather pattern to continue for around three days. Saturday is also likely to bring thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rainfall in several areas.
Heavy Rain Alert for Several UP Districts
The districts identified in the supplied weather information include Banda, Chitrakoot, Prayagraj, Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Bijnor, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur, Mahoba, Jhansi and Lalitpur, along with adjoining areas.
The source headline refers to an alert covering 20 districts, while the detailed district list provided in the report contains 20 named districts followed by surrounding areas. The warning indicates the possibility of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across these locations.
Meerut Records Highest Rainfall
Rainfall observations between 8 am and 5 pm on Friday showed significant precipitation in several districts. Meerut received the highest amount at 58 mm, followed by Jhansi with 28 mm and Banda with 15 mm.
The rainfall comes after two days of active monsoon conditions in Uttar Pradesh. Cloud movement, rain and strong winds have also affected daytime temperatures across the state.
Winds reaching speeds of around 20 to 30 kmph, combined with cloud cover and rainfall, brought down maximum temperatures in several areas. The change has provided relief from the intense humid heat experienced during the daytime.
Rainfall Still Below Normal This Monsoon
Despite the recent spell of showers, Uttar Pradesh has recorded below-normal rainfall during the current monsoon season. From June 1 to August 14, the state received 360 mm of rainfall against an estimated 470 mm.
This represents a deficit of 23 per cent compared with the normal rainfall figure for the period. During the preceding 24-hour period, the state recorded 9.1 mm rainfall against an estimated 10.8 mm, leaving rainfall 14 per cent below normal.
Lucknow Weather: More Rain Expected
Lucknow experienced a mixed weather pattern on Friday. The state capital received heavy rain during the morning, followed by light showers and occasional heavy rainfall at different times during the day.
Clouds remained active over the city, although periods of strong sunshine also appeared. The combination of sunshine, humidity and intermittent rain resulted in changing conditions throughout the day.
The maximum temperature in Lucknow was recorded at 35 degrees Celsius, one degree above normal, while the minimum temperature stood at 25 degrees Celsius, which was normal.
For Saturday, the weather department expects cloudy conditions in Lucknow with two or three spells of rain accompanied by thunderstorms. The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum could be close to 26 degrees Celsius.
Basti Hottest, Hardoi Records Lowest Minimum
Basti recorded the highest maximum temperature in Uttar Pradesh on Friday at 38 degrees Celsius. The temperature was four degrees above normal for the district.
At the other end of the scale, Hardoi recorded the state’s lowest minimum temperature at 21 degrees Celsius, which was five degrees below normal.
What to Expect Next
The current weather system is expected to keep Uttar Pradesh under active monsoon conditions over the next two to three days. Heavy rain, thunderstorms, cloud cover and gusty winds may continue across several districts.
With rainfall still below the seasonal normal despite the latest showers, the coming spell could bring further precipitation to different parts of the state. Residents in the districts under the heavy rain warning should remain attentive to local weather updates as conditions may change during the day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will heavy rain continue in Uttar Pradesh?
According to the supplied weather information, similar rainfall activity is expected to continue for the next two to three days, with thunderstorms and heavy showers possible in several areas.
Which district recorded the highest rainfall in the latest observation?
Meerut recorded the highest rainfall, receiving 58 mm between 8 am and 5 pm on Friday. Jhansi recorded 28 mm and Banda received 15 mm during the same observation period.
