Rain in Uttarakhand, UP brings marginal relief to North Haryana, rest of state swelters

Rainfall in the Terai regions of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh has led to a slight drop in temperatures across parts of North and Eastern Haryana. However, much of the state continues to suffer under persistent heatwave conditions.

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According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state’s average maximum temperature has dropped by 2.3°C compared to Thursday, yet still remains 1.6°C above the normal average for this time of year.

The highest temperature was recorded in Sirsa, where the mercury soared to a scorching 47.6°C. Meanwhile, districts influenced by the recent rainfall recorded relatively cooler temperatures: Ambala (38.2°C), Karnal (37.5°C), Kaithal (37.1°C), Panchkula (37.2°C), Panipat (36.5°C) and Sonepat (38°C).

In contrast, extreme heat continued to grip other areas. Hisar recorded 45.4°C, Mahendragarh and Rohtak both registered 44.3°C, while Gurugram stood at 44°C. Other high temperatures included Bhiwani (43.6°C), Charkhi Dadri (42.6°C), Rewari (42.0°C), Palwal (41.5°C), Faridabad (41.1°C) and Rohtak (41°C). Jind (39.3°C) and Mewat (39.4°C) also remained hot.

On Thursday, the IMD had forecast high-velocity winds and possible rainfall in the region on Friday. Bhiwani and Jhajjar received 10mm and 4mm of rain, respectively. The department has predicted more rainfall in northern parts of Haryana on Saturday and expects the monsoon to reach the state by the end of June.

Despite the slight relief in some places, large parts of Haryana continue to reel under severe heatwave conditions. Deserted streets were seen during the afternoon, as residents stayed indoors to escape the blazing sun. Street vendors and shopkeepers sat idle, awaiting customers in the sweltering heat.

Meanwhile, the demand for cold drinks and summer fruits like watermelon, muskmelon and sugarcane juice has surged. Juice stalls reported a spike in footfall during peak hours, offering some comfort to heat-struck passersby.

Health officials have urged the public to take precautions. Dr Amandeep Singh, Head of the Department of Medicine at Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College (KCGMC), advised, “People should wear cotton clothes and stay hydrated. If one must go outside, it is advisable to carry fluids like water or lemon juice and cover the body properly.”