Seasonal Variations of Lightning Activity over Uttar Pradesh During 1998

In this work, we have explored the variations of different parameters that influence the lightning activity over Uttar Pradesh (UP) during 1998. The parameters which we have used for studying the lightning activity are wind speed, total precipitable water (TPW) and humidity index (HI). Humidity parameter is mainly utilized for estimating the evolution of convective systems which leads to lightning, rainfall and severe weather conditions. ERA5 satellite data products are utilized in our work. The occurrence of lightning strikes takes place as a result of convective activity. Records indicate that 250 people are found to be dead alone in 1998 year as a result of lightning. Uttar Pradesh state is frequently affected by westerly winds. This state is highly prone to lightning and severe rainfall activity. The HI parameter showed low values during convective activity. Total precipitable water also indicated the high humidity at various levels in atmosphere. Therefore, this research indicates the risk of convective system.