A major weather change is expected soon in Uttar Pradesh. The Meteorological Department has forecast rain in the state starting from February 3. Thunderstorms along with rain are likely, and some areas may experience dense fog, which could cause difficulties in transportation. Let's know all about the weather in Uttar Pradesh and the IMD alert for the coming days.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), two western disturbances will affect northern India in the first week of February. As a result of these disturbances, the weather in the state will change. Dark clouds will prevail, and light drizzle is expected. However, there won’t be much change in the temperature, but the humidity in the air will make it feel cooler.
According to the scientists at the Meteorological Center, Lucknow, rain with thunder could begin in the state from February 3. A slight drop in temperature is expected due to the rain, but there won't be any significant change in the maximum temperature. The sky is likely to be overcast, and light rain may occur in some places. A rain alert has been issued until February 5. During this period, clouds may cover the sky, and rain could make the roads wet, leading to potential traffic jams.
IMD has issued a rain alert for various regions of the state until February 5. However, the rain will be more significant in the western and eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh, especially in the western districts. Light to moderate rain is expected in eastern Uttar Pradesh. Dense fog in the Terai region of Uttar Pradesh will reduce visibility, affecting road traffic.
Troubles Due to Dense Fog: According to the Meteorological Department, dense fog is expected in more than 30 districts of Uttar Pradesh until February 3. Areas from Saharanpur to Ballia will be most affected by the fog. Visibility will decrease during the morning and night, making it difficult for travelers. Dense to very dense fog is forecast for districts like Deoria, Gorakhpur, Sant Kabir Nagar, Kushinagar, Bareilly, Maharajganj, Siddharthnagar, and Balrampur. Travelers in these areas should be cautious and follow traffic rules.
Effect of Western Disturbances: As meteorologist Atul Kumar Singh explained, two western disturbances will arrive in northern India in early February. Due to these disturbances, thunderstorms with light rain are likely in many parts of Uttar Pradesh. However, the effect of these disturbances will not last long and will end by February 5. There won't be any major change in the temperature, but the weather change and rain will bring freshness to the atmosphere.
Lowest Temperature Recorded in Ayodhya: According to the Meteorological Department, the lowest temperature in Uttar Pradesh on February 1 was recorded in Ayodhya, at 5.0°C, which was 1.5°C lower than Wednesday's temperature. In addition, the maximum temperature in Prayagraj was 27.0°C, which was relatively normal. Other major cities also saw fluctuations in temperature.
No Significant Change in Temperature: There is no significant change expected in the temperature in Uttar Pradesh for the next few days. From February 3 to February 5, there will be a slight change in the weather, but the temperature will remain normal. The daytime temperature in various parts of Uttar Pradesh is expected to range between 25°C and 28°C, while the nighttime temperature is expected to range between 5°C and 10°C.
Forecast and Advice: The Meteorological Department has advised the residents of Uttar Pradesh to travel with caution, keeping the weather changes in mind. Special care should be taken during foggy conditions by following traffic rules. Farmers have been advised to prepare for potential crop damage due to rain and fog. The Health Department has also advised precautions to avoid cold and fever due to the chilly and damp weather.
Weather changes are expected in Uttar Pradesh starting February 3, with rain, thunderstorms, and dense fog. IMD has issued a rain alert until February 5 and urged people to be cautious. These changes may affect transportation, and farmers should pay attention to their crops.