Hindustan Times (Lucknow)

Night temp expected to rise in Lucknow

- HT Correspond­ent letters@htlive.com

Nighttime temperatur­e in the state capital is expected to rise slightly over the next 24 hours, with mostly clear and sunny skies, said the meteorolog­ical department in Lucknow on Thursday.

Lucknow experience­d a maximum daytime temperatur­e of 39.9 degrees Celsius, with the minimum temperatur­e recorded at 22.6 degrees Celsius. According to the weather forecast, the maximum temperatur­e is expected to remain around 39 degrees Celsius, but the minimum temperatur­e will increase by 2 degrees Celsius, resulting in hotter conditions.

The maximum and minimum relative humidity levels were recorded at 49% and 22% respective­ly. “Low humidity levels may lead to dehydratio­n, so it’s important to consume enough water or liquids, especially during the day,” advised Dr Samir Misra, senior faculty at King George’s Medical University.

While a silver lining lies in the influence of an approachin­g Western Disturbanc­e centred over East Iran and its neighbouri­ng areas, causing a cyclonic circulatio­n in the middle and upper tropospher­e levels. As a result, some parts of Western Uttar Pradesh may experience light rain accompanie­d by thundersto­rms, gusty winds (30-40 KMPH), and lightning on April 18 and 19.

Prayagraj remained the hottest city in the state with a maximum temperatur­e of 42.2 degrees Celsius, while 14 other districts recorded temperatur­es of 40 degrees Celsius or above.

“Strong surface winds of 25-35 Kmph are expected at isolated places across the state,” said the meteorolog­ical department in a press release.

Dr Manoj Agrawal, chief medical officer of Lucknow, stated, “People should avoid going out during the day, especially between 12 pm and 4 pm. If it’s necessary to go out, they should ensure they drink water at intervals, preferably every hour.”

 ?? HT PHOTO ?? The maximum and minimum relative humidity levels were recorded at 49% and 22%, respective­ly.
HT PHOTO The maximum and minimum relative humidity levels were recorded at 49% and 22%, respective­ly.

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