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Chhath Puja Celebrations Drenched as Unexpected Rain Hits Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow, India – Chhath Puja celebrations across Uttar Pradesh were disrupted this morning as unseasonal rainfall swept through several districts, coinciding with the traditional offering of prayers to the rising sun.
The sudden downpour is attributed to the combined influence of Cyclone ‘Motha’ in the Bay of Bengal and a low-pressure area in the Arabian Sea. The effects of these weather systems have reached as far inland as UP, bringing about a noticeable shift in weather patterns.
Lucknow experienced cloudy conditions starting Monday morning, followed by intermittent showers in the afternoon and continuing into the night. This resulted in a significant drop in temperature, with daytime temperatures plummeting by as much as 6 degrees Celsius and nighttime temperatures falling by 3.8 degrees. The maximum temperature reached 23.2 degrees Celsius on Monday, the lowest in October since 2014, when the temperature dropped to 22.5 degrees Celsius.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued light rainfall in Lucknow and surrounding areas on Tuesday. A clearer sky is expected on Wednesday, but the situation could change again depending on the path of Cyclone ‘Motha’ after it makes landfall. Should the cyclone take a westward trajectory, Lucknow could experience more substantial rainfall.
“The unexpected rain is due to a trough line from the Arabian Sea depression, coupled with a Western Disturbance, bringing moisture and cloud cover to the region,” explained an IMD official at the Amausi meteorological office. This has resulted in a drop in daytime temperatures across most districts of the state.
While the rain caused inconvenience for Chhath Puja devotees, residents are advised to stay updated with weather forecasts and take necessary precautions.
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