Shillong: Shillong is sweltering. For three days straight, the hill station has endured temperatures three to four degrees above the July norm. Locals used to cool, misty monsoons are now dealing with sticky afternoons and highs near 30 degrees Celsius.
Daily routines have shifted. People now avoid the midday sun, opting for early mornings or late evenings to handle their business. Students currently on mid-term break are among those steering clear of the peak heat. The heat is taking a toll, but some see the bright side. Clothes dry faster on the line, and ice-cream shops are seeing a surge in customers.
The current weather pattern is a rare departure from the city's standard climate. One local report noted, "Shillong has been sizzling for the last three days," as residents cope with the heat. The official forecast promises a shift by mid-week. Heavy rain should return to the state, dropping temperatures back toward a comfortable range. For now, the city waits for the clouds to break.
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