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UP Braces for Heavy Rains, 50 KM/H Winds from Sept 24-27; Temperature Drop Expected
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News18•24-09-2026, 05:50
UP Braces for Heavy Rains, 50 KM/H Winds from Sept 24-27; Temperature Drop Expected
- •A low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal is set to bring strong gusty winds and heavy rain to Uttar Pradesh from September 24 to September 27.
- •On September 24, heavy rain is expected in 20 districts including Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Gorakhpur, with winds reaching up to 50 kilometers per hour.
- •Very heavy rain is possible in eastern Uttar Pradesh on September 25 and 26, leading to a 6 to 9 degrees Celsius drop in maximum temperatures.
- •Heavy rain is forecast for Prayagraj, Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Chandauli, Varanasi, and other surrounding areas from the morning of September 24 to the morning of September 25.
- •Gusty winds, potentially reaching 50 km/h, are expected in 36 districts, including Prayagraj, Chitrakoot, and Mirzapur, with a risk of lightning.
Key Questions Answered
The Meteorological Department stated that a low-pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal is responsible for the strong gusty winds and heavy rain expected across the state.
Due to the heavy rainfall and stormy conditions, the maximum temperature across the state is expected to drop by 6 to 9 degrees Celsius, providing significant relief from the heat.
Gusty winds are expected to reach speeds of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour, increasing up to 50 kilometers per hour in gusts across several districts, alongside a risk of lightning and thunderclouds.
