Question
Describe the characteristics of Mango-showers and Kal Baisakhi.
Solution
Mango-showers: Mango-showers are actually pre-Monsoon showers. These are common in Kerala and coastal areas of Karnataka in the months of March and April.
These are locally known as Mango-Showers because these help in the early ripening of mangoes. These are local storms which develop due to high temperatures.
Kal Baisakhi: Kal-baisakhis are local thunder storms experienced in the month of Baisakh (April) in West Bengal. It is associated with violent winds, torrential downpours and accompanied by hail.
