While much of India grappled with severe water shortages, the Western Himalayan States faced a different challenge last month—incessant rainfall and its associated calamities. Now, with weather systems gearing up to bring intense weather patterns back to India, the readiness of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand for the impending weather challenges is in question.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon trough has shifted southward, entering its 'active phase.' Simultaneously, a western disturbance has formed as a trough near Himachal Pradesh, contributing to moisture accumulation in the region.
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Unfortunately, the anticipated rainfall is unlikely to alleviate the heat in Uttar Pradesh. Cities like Lucknow, Kanpur, and Prayagraj will experience wet spells until Sunday. However, daytime temperatures are expected to remain above 30°C in these areas, with Lucknow possibly reaching 34-35°C in the next five days, according to IMD forecasts.
In contrast, Dehradun in Uttarakhand, which has been grappling with daytime temperatures of 36°C, is expected to experience relief as temperatures dip to 33°C until Monday. In light of the forthcoming rain spell, IMD has issued a yellow watch alert for both Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh until Sunday. Residents are advised to stay informed about the evolving weather conditions.
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As the first week of September draws to a close, monsoon patterns have favored Uttarakhand and West Uttar Pradesh in terms of rainfall. These regions received 1071 mm and 565 mm of rain, respectively—approximately the normal rainfall expected between September 1-6. In contrast, East Uttar Pradesh experienced only 459 mm of precipitation, representing a 31% shortfall from its normal of 669 mm.
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