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Light Showers Hit Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula as Monsoon Remains Weak
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 23 Aug 2026, 01:32 PM
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On Sunday, the tri‑city region of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula experienced light rain under overcast skies, indicating a weak monsoon spell.
The Indian Meteorological Department reported that clouds covered the Chandigarh‑Mohali‑Panchkula tri‑city area from early morning on Sunday. Scattered light showers were recorded in several localities, but the precipitation remained limited and did not cause any disruption.
Residents described the weather as a brief drizzle rather than a typical monsoon downpour. Temperatures stayed moderate, and the humidity rose slightly as the clouds lingered throughout the day.
Forecasters warned that the current pattern reflects a weak monsoon phase for the region, and they expect only intermittent showers in the coming days, with a possibility of more substantial rainfall later in the week.
Authorities advised commuters to stay alert for slippery roads in low‑lying areas and to keep an eye on updated weather bulletins, especially for outdoor events scheduled in the tri‑city corridor.
Overall, the weather on Sunday was marked by overcast conditions and light rain, underscoring the need for continued monitoring as the monsoon progresses across northern India.
Residents described the weather as a brief drizzle rather than a typical monsoon downpour. Temperatures stayed moderate, and the humidity rose slightly as the clouds lingered throughout the day.
Forecasters warned that the current pattern reflects a weak monsoon phase for the region, and they expect only intermittent showers in the coming days, with a possibility of more substantial rainfall later in the week.
Authorities advised commuters to stay alert for slippery roads in low‑lying areas and to keep an eye on updated weather bulletins, especially for outdoor events scheduled in the tri‑city corridor.
Overall, the weather on Sunday was marked by overcast conditions and light rain, underscoring the need for continued monitoring as the monsoon progresses across northern India.