Kanpur: Moderate pre-monsoon rainfall in the early hours of Wednesday offered only temporary relief from the heat as bright sunshine returned later in the day, bringing back sultry and heatwave-like conditions across the city.The maximum temperature dipped marginally to 40.2°C from Tuesday’s 40.8°C, but high humidity levels made conditions uncomfortable throughout the day. Thin traffic was seen on roads as residents sought shelter from the oppressive weather.The CSA weather observatory recorded maximum relative humidity at 81 per cent and rainfall of 2.1 mm during the morning. Waterlogging was reported from several low-lying areas. North-westerly winds blowing at 12.1 kmph further intensified the heat. CSA weather expert Dr SN Sunil Pandey said the sudden rainfall was caused by intense humidity and high temperatures prevailing on Tuesday, coupled with the convergence of moisture-laden winds from the Arabian Sea.According to IMD, significant weather changes are occurring across North India due to pre-monsoon activity, with three major weather systems influencing rainfall and storm activity in the region.The IMD has forecast mainly clear and very hot weather across the Kanpur division over the next 24 hours. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 39°C and 42°C, while minimum temperatures may range from 28°C to 31°C. The department has also warned of heatwave-like conditions and strong hot winds in some areas.For Kanpur Nagar, the forecast predicts clear skies, strong sunshine and hot westerly winds during the afternoon. The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 40°C and 42°C, while the minimum temperature may settle between 30°C and 31°C. A heatwave alert has also been issued for some pockets of the district.Dr Pandey, however, said atmospheric moisture and humid wind inflow could trigger cloud movement, gusty winds and isolated light rain or drizzle in parts of the Kanpur division. He added that temperatures may fluctuate by one to two degrees on Thursday, while humid conditions and warm nights are expected to continue.
