Weather forecast for August 29: precipitation expected in Uttar Pradesh

The monsoon season has reactivated in Uttar Pradesh, and rains are expected to continue in various parts of the state on August 16. According to forecasts from the Meteorological Department (IMD), thunderstorms with heavy downpours may be observed in several districts of Western and Eastern Uttar Pradesh.

The influence of rains was already felt in the region on August 15. Previously, precipitation and thunderstorms were forecasted in several areas of Western Uttar Pradesh, as well as the possibility of rain in Eastern Uttar Pradesh. As part of the meteorological warning for some parts of Western Uttar Pradesh, the probability of heavy and very heavy rainfall with lightning strikes was noted.

The weather in Uttar Pradesh on August 16 does not promise relief from the rains. In some places in Western Uttar Pradesh, precipitation with thunderstorms is possible, while in others, heavy or very heavy rains are expected. Strong or very strong rain is also forecast in several places in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, which could lead to flooding in low-lying areas.

The meteorological department's forecast indicates the possibility of heavy or very heavy rains in several districts of the state from August 16 to 17. These areas include Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Lakhimurhiri, Sitapur, Barabanki, and many neighboring territories. Additionally, heavy rain may affect the districts of Prayagraj, Pratapgarh, Sambhandhar, Mirzapur, Sant Ravidas Das Nagar, Basti, Siddharth Nagar, Hardoi, Unnao, Lucknow, Raebareli, Amethi, Ayodhya, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Amroha, Shahjahanpur, Sambal, and Badaun.

The probability of a change in weather conditions after August 16 remains low. On August 17, rains with thunderstorms are expected in some parts of Western and Eastern Uttar Pradesh. The probability of heavy or very heavy precipitation persists in both regions. On August 18, heavy rain is possible in some areas of Western Uttar Pradesh, while heavy or very heavy precipitation is forecast in Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Thus, residents of the state should not expect a complete cessation of rains in the coming days.

On August 19, the intensity of rainfall in Western Uttar Pradesh may slightly decrease, with precipitation or thunderstorms expected in some places. However, the influence of rains may persist in Eastern Uttar Pradesh, with precipitation forecasted in some areas.

Caution must be exercised due to the threat of thunderstorms and lightning during the rains. It is recommended to avoid being in open spaces in bad weather conditions.

Overall, the monsoon will remain active in Uttar Pradesh from August 16 and for the next few days. The period of rains that began on August 15 may continue on August 16, 17, and 18. Special attention should be paid to preparedness for heavy rains in several districts of Western and Eastern Uttar Pradesh.