By Our Staff Reporter
Dehradun, 28 May: Uttarakhand witnessed continuous rainfall across almost all the districts today, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, as predicted by the Meteorological Department. Residents of Nainital, Champawat, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar in the Kumaon region have been advised to remain cautious, as these districts are expected to receive isolated heavy rainfall. The wet spell is predicted to continue for six days, bringing light to moderate rainfall to various parts of the state.
According to the Meteorological Centre, Dehradun, rain was recorded across all 13 districts today, with thunderstorms observed in multiple locations. Moderate showers are expected tomorrow, 29 May, in Kumaon, while the plains may experience lighter rainfall. The rainfall intensity is forecasted to increase on 30 and 31 May, especially in the hills, with early June also predicted to bring continued showers on 1 and 2 June.
In Dehradun, while it was mostly cloudy since morning, it started to rain in the afternoon, bringing respite to the people from humidity and heat. Not only this, rains have significantly reduced the chances of forest fires which are at their peak usually at this time of the year.
With the Char Dham Yatra underway, temperatures at the four revered shrines have significantly dropped. Yamunotri recorded a maximum temperature of 8 degrees Celsius and a minimum of -1 degrees Celsius, indicating sub-zero conditions. Gangotri was slightly warmer, with a maximum temperature of 14 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 4 degrees Celsius. Kedarnath registered a maximum temperature of 11 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 1 degree Celsius, just above freezing point. Badrinath was colder than Kedarnath, with a maximum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 1 degree Celsius.
Given the freezing temperatures, pilgrims are strongly advised to carry warm clothing while visiting these sacred sites. The wet spell over the next six days may affect travel, and visitors should remain prepared for fluctuating weather conditions.
