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Kanpur Swelters: Heat Index Hits 42°C Amid Rising Temps
3 Jun
Summary
- Kanpur's maximum temperature reached 39°C, with a heat index of 42°C.
- Humidity and north-westerly winds created uncomfortable sweating conditions.
- Temperatures are predicted to rise 3-5°C this week, with possible thunderstorms.
As of June 3, 2026, Kanpur is experiencing intense heat, with Tuesday's maximum temperature reaching 39 degrees Celsius and the minimum at 23.6 degrees Celsius. This marked a nearly 4-degree Celsius increase from the previous day, leaving residents troubled by the daytime heat despite the maximum temperature being below normal.
High humidity levels contributed to a heat index of 40-42 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, making the actual feel of the temperature extreme. North-westerly winds offered minimal relief as sweat struggled to evaporate. The UV index reached an extreme level of 11 plus during midday hours.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts mainly clear to partly cloudy skies for the Kanpur division over the next 24 hours. However, the impact of scorching sunshine is expected to continue into June, with predictions for Kanpur Nagar on Wednesday indicating maximum temperatures between 41-42 degrees Celsius and minimums ranging from 27-30 degrees Celsius.
Weather expert Dr. S Sunil Pandey anticipates the movement of thunderclouds in the Kanpur division on Wednesday. He forecasts a gradual temperature increase of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius throughout the week, likely intensifying humid heat conditions. Isolated light drizzles and thunderstorms are also possible.
