Kanpur experienced a spike in temperature on Monday, with the maximum temperature reaching 39.3 degrees Celsius, according to the weather observatory at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology. This marks an increase of about two degrees from Sunday's high of 37.3 degrees Celsius.
High Humidity Intensifies Heat
Despite the modest rise in temperature, high humidity levels made conditions particularly uncomfortable. The heat index soared to nearly 40-42 degrees Celsius, significantly affecting residents. Moderate north-westerly winds, blowing at speeds between 5 and 12.3 km per hour, added to the sultry atmosphere.
IMD Forecast for Kanpur Division
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that weather conditions across the Kanpur division, including Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, Etawah, Farrukhabad, Kannauj, and Auraiya, will remain mainly clear but extremely hot and humid over the next 48 hours. A slight rise in daytime temperatures is expected in most districts of the division.
Kanpur Nagar Weather Outlook
In Kanpur Nagar district, the sky is expected to stay clear with bright sunshine. Maximum temperatures are likely to range between 39°C and 41°C, while minimum temperatures may remain between 26°C and 27°C. Hot winds are also anticipated during afternoon hours.
Expert Analysis
Weather expert Dr. S. Sunil Pandey from CSA University stated that atmospheric humidity will cause temperatures across the Kanpur division to rise gradually over the next day, with sultry and humid conditions persisting. He added that there is virtually no chance of rainfall, and the return of bright sunshine is expected to intensify the heat further.
