Monsoon magic: Plentiful showers bring respite from scorching heat for Amritsar residents

The city has received 18 mm of rainfall during the last 24 hours, bringing much-needed relief to residents from the scorching heat. The highest temperature in the city has dropped to 31°C, providing a welcome respite from the summer heat.

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Residents are enjoying the pleasant weather, with many taking to social media to express their delight. “The rain has brought a smile on everyone’s face. It’s a welcome change from the hot and humid weather we have been experiencing,” said Rohan Sharma, a resident of New Amritsar.

“The rain has made the air so fresh and clean. It is a great time to step out of homes and enjoy outdoors,” said Simran Kaur, another resident.

The rainfall is expected to have a positive impact on agriculture in the region, particularly on the paddy crop. Farmers had been eagerly awaiting monsoon to begin planting their crops. The rain during the last few days did not dash their hope.

“The rain is a blessing for farmers. It will help reduce our irrigation costs and provide a good start to the paddy season,” said Gurpreet Singh, a farmer from a nearby Malawali village.

Paddy crop require a lot of water, especially during the germination and transplantation stages. The rainfall will help reduce the need for irrigation, thereby reducing costs for farmers. Additionally, the rain will also help replenish groundwater levels, which is a major source of irrigation in Punjab.

At present, weather in the city and surroundings is mostly cloudy with light fog, and the temperature hovers around 29°C. As per weather forecasts, the region could get more thunderstorms and rain in the coming days. During the next 24 to 48 hours, the sky could remain cloudy with a chance of isolated thunderstorm. Temperatures are expected to remain pleasant, with highs hovering around 32°C to 35°C and lows around 23°C to 26°C.