After witnessing patchy rainfall over the last one week, thundershowers provided a much need respite to city residents from the rising temperature and humidity.
Although it was not a well distributed rainfall, Pakhowal Road and Civil Lines area witnessed steady showers while the outer areas of the city experienced drizzling.
Met experts at Punjab Agricultural Universe (PAU) said these showers won’t affect the crop.
The arrival of rain coupled with thundershowers coincided with the night curfew timings in the city.
Anxious shopkeepers were seen waiting for the rain to subside after closing their establishments.
“The lightning is frightening. Instead of rushing back home, I have decided to wait at the shop for some time,” said Sunil Vinayak, who runs a grocery store at Sham Singh Road.
However, many commuters were seen speeding on their vehicles, hoping to reach home early.