Monsoon plays truant in Punjab, Haryana

Chandigarh, Aug 22 (UNI) Monsoon played a truant in Punjab and Haryana and sultry weather conditions prevailed at most places in the region today.

However, parts of Himachal Pradesh experienced light to moderate rain since last night, dipping the temperatures in the state.

Hot and humid conditions prevailed in the plains of Punjab in the absence of rain. However, Patiala reported trace rainfall overnight.

A dry spell also prevailed in Haryana with no report of rainfall activity received from anywhere from the state.

However, parts of Himachal Pradesh, including mid hills, were lashed by rain overnight. Certain areas in Kullu district also expericenced downpour. Solang Nala recorded 38.0 mm rainfall till 0830 hours, followed by Dhundi measuring 18.0 mm and Bhang-Manali 3.0 mm.

However, rain eluded Chandigarh and its adjoining areas where humid conditions persisted with maximim level of humidity recorded at 81 per cent. The minimum level was recorded at 47 per cent.

The Met Office predicted light to moderate rain or thundershowers at few places in Haryana and isolated places in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh during the next 24 hours.

UNI