After days of stifling humidity, a dramatic change was observed in Haryana’s weather, with cloudy skies from morning and heavy rainfall in the afternoon on Monday, August 25, turning into a welcome respite
for residents. Streets across Faridabad and several other districts were waterlogged after the downpour, but the cooler breeze and sudden drop in temperature brought visible relief to people.
According to the Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature was recorded at 25 degrees Celsius, while the maximum slipped to 29 degrees. The trend was expected to continue on Tuesday, with forecasts placing the minimum at 25 and the maximum around 30 degrees. Officials have said monsoon conditions are likely to remain active throughout August, and a further dip in temperatures can be expected if the rains persist.
The rainfall is not just cooling the air but also providing crucial support to farmers. With paddy and other Kharif crops at a critical stage, the timely showers are being described as a lifeline. “This spell is no less than a boon. The crops were thirsty, and these rains have ensured survival,” said a farmer from Karnal.
On Monday, 14 districts of Haryana witnessed intermittent showers, leading to traffic disruptions and waterlogging in several areas. The Meteorological Department issued an orange alert in Kurukshetra and Yamunanagar for Tuesday, while a yellow alert remains in place for 20 other districts, including Faridabad. Rain is expected across the state, with forecasts predicting between 25 and 50 percent precipitation on Wednesday, August 27. Ambala and Yamunanagar will remain under a yellow alert that day.
So far this season, Haryana has received above-average rainfall, with Yamunanagar topping the charts at nearly 900 mm, while Sirsa has recorded the lowest. From August 28, however, rainfall activity is likely to slow down. No alerts have been issued for August 28 and 29, though light to moderate showers are expected in some districts. On August 29, the department has indicated a possibility of 25 to 75 percent rainfall across several regions.
Overall, the final week of August has brought both comfort and prosperity to Haryana. For residents, the showers have ended weeks of oppressive heat. For farmers, they have breathed new life into wilting fields. If the monsoon continues in this rhythm, the state could see not just a cooler spell of weather but also healthier crops heading into harvest.
