Despite heavy overnight showers, the weather in Uttar Pradesh's capital was hot and humid Friday.
The weatherman said there will be no respite from the sultry weather in the coming few days.
The maximum temperature Thursday was 41.5 degrees Celsius, four degrees above the season's average, the Met Office said.
The humidity levels in the state hovered between 35-71 percent Thursday and are likely to rise Friday.
The monsoon was on schedule and was to hit eastern Uttar Pradesh by June 16 but has since been delayed. The weatherman said the weakened monsoon would pick momentum in the first week of July.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app