What was the maximum temperature recorded in Banda, India?

Banda recorded a maximum temperature of 47.4 degrees Celsius, equaling its highest April temperature since 1951.

How many cities in Uttar Pradesh are affected by the heatwave?

Fourteen cities in Uttar Pradesh are currently reeling under heatwave or severe heatwave conditions.

When is relief expected from the current heatwave in Uttar Pradesh?

Relief may come by Tuesday when a western disturbance is expected to cause light rainfall and a temperature drop of 3-5 degrees Celsius.

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Banda Burns: India's Hottest City Swelters Above 47°C!

26 Apr

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Summary

Banda recorded a scorching 47.4°C, equaling its April record since 1951.
Uttar Pradesh has 14 cities under heatwave or severe heatwave conditions.
A western disturbance may bring relief by Tuesday, dropping temperatures.

Banda Burns: India's Hottest City Swelters Above 47°C!

Scorching heat gripped Uttar Pradesh on Saturday, with Banda recording a blistering 47.4 degrees Celsius, equalling its highest April temperature since 1951. This intense heatwave, affecting 40 cities nationwide, with 14 in Uttar Pradesh, shows no immediate signs of easing. Authorities predict continued heatwave and dry, hot winds across most of eastern and parts of western Uttar Pradesh through Monday.

Lucknow also experienced its hottest day of the season, with temperatures reaching 42.9 degrees Celsius. The city's mercury levels have been climbing steadily, with further increases expected on Sunday. Other severely affected cities include Prayagraj, Varanasi, Jhansi, and Agra, all experiencing temperatures above 44 degrees Celsius.