Chandigarh remained largely dry on Tuesday despite a yellow alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. The city saw only brief spells of light drizzle at isolated places during the afternoon, with no significant rainfall recorded.
Temperature and Humidity Rise After Scattered Rain
The maximum temperature rose to 36.6°C, an increase of 1.6 degrees Celsius over Monday and 2.2 degrees above normal. This indicates a return of warmer daytime conditions. The minimum temperature, however, fell by 2.2 degrees to 25.6°C, settling 1 degree below normal. Relative humidity varied between 54 per cent and 81 per cent during the day.
Rainfall Record and Forecast
The city recorded 9.8 mm rainfall during the 24-hour period. Despite the yellow alert, the forecast of heavy rain did not materialise. However, more wet days are expected ahead, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Our Take: A Missed Forecast but More Rain Likely
To put it plainly, the yellow alert did not bring the expected heavy rain to Chandigarh on Tuesday. While the city saw only light drizzle, the forecast suggests more wet days are coming. Residents should stay prepared for possible rain in the coming days, even if Tuesday's alert did not fully materialise. The rise in temperature also shows that the weather remains unpredictable, so it is wise to keep an umbrella handy.