Temperatures are gradually rising in Varanasi and eastern Uttar Pradesh, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting further increases in the coming days. The impact of b sunlight and hot winds has started being felt during the afternoon even before the onset of Nautapa.
A slight coolness was recorded in Varanasi on Tuesday morning, but the intensity of sunlight increased after 10 am. By afternoon, the effect of hot winds also intensified, leading to warmer conditions across the region.
According to the weather department, heatwave-like conditions may develop during afternoon hours in the coming days. Cloud activity may also be observed due to increasing local heating.
Meteorologists said cloud movement may continue throughout the week, but temperatures are still expected to rise. Cloud activity has already begun in western regions, and its impact is likely to extend to eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Due to increasing humidity levels, some areas may witness cloud formation and light weather activity. However, prolonged relief from the heat is not expected.
During the last 24 hours, Varanasi recorded a maximum temperature of 38.8 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 25.4 degrees Celsius. The weather department said temperatures may rise further over the next two weeks.
The department has also indicated that the intensity of heat is likely to increase during Nautapa. In addition, the monsoon is expected to reach eastern Uttar Pradesh within the next 40 days.
