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Sultry Kanpur: Heat Index Reaches 39°C, Rain Expected
19 Sep
Summary
- Maximum temperature was 33.1 degrees Celsius, feel temperature reached 39 degrees Celsius.
- High relative humidity of 79% intensified the sultry conditions.
- Localized thunderstorms with gusty winds and light rain are predicted for the next three days.
Kanpur is experiencing sultry weather conditions. On Friday, the maximum temperature recorded was 33.1 degrees Celsius, but the heat index made it feel like 39 degrees Celsius. The high relative humidity, measured at 79%, significantly contributed to the discomfort, with weak north-westerly winds offering little relief.
Weather experts predict that cloud movements over the next three days may bring localized thunderstorms. These could be accompanied by gusty winds and light rain or drizzle. Despite potential rain, intense humidity is expected to persist whenever the sun appears.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts partly to mostly cloudy skies across the Kanpur division. There is a 15% to 30% chance of light drizzle or scattered rain with thunderstorms in the afternoon or evening in various parts of the division, including Kanpur Nagar.
