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Following Diwali, Uttar Pradesh is experiencing unusual weather patterns. Instead of the typical onset of cold, the state is seeing rainfall, particularly in areas like Gorakhpur, and cloud cover in Lucknow and other districts. The Meteorological Department forecasts light rain for the next few days, potentially leading to a drop in temperature. The cyclone ‘Montha’ is also expected to influence the weather, especially in eastern UP, possibly lowering temperatures. This unseasonal rain poses a threat to crops, particularly early sown varieties. While the rain is expected to bring down the maximum temperature, a significant drop resulting in a true cold spell is not anticipated immediately.
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Unseasonal Rains Lash Uttar Pradesh, Cyclone ‘Montha’ Looms, Threatening Crops
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is experiencing an unusual weather pattern following Diwali, with rainfall and cloud cover replacing the expected onset of winter chill. Gorakhpur has been particularly affected, with heavy rain reported since early Tuesday. Lucknow and many other districts are also under heavy cloud cover.
The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for light rain across more than 50 districts of the state over the next few days. While the rain is expected to bring down the maximum temperature by a few degrees, the true cold weather is still a way off. The unseasonal showers, however, are predicted to damage crops in several districts.
“There is rain forecast for the next few days, but this does not mean that the temperature will decrease significantly. Because of the rain, the maximum temperature will come down, but you will have to wait for a few days before the cold weather fully sets in,” said Senior Meteorologist Atul Kumar Singh.
The weather pattern is expected to be further influenced by cyclone ‘Montha,’ which is brewing in the Bay of Bengal. While the western parts of UP are expected to remain dry, eastern Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow, is likely to feel the impact of the cyclone from Wednesday, potentially leading to a further dip in temperature. The experts warn that the sun may not shine through for the next few days.
The unseasonal rain is a matter of concern for farmers. According to district agriculture officer, Teg Bahadur Singh, “Where there is more rainfall, the early crops will be damaged. The grain will be weak due to the crop falling. The late varieties of pulses may also be affected.”
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