Rains caused by thunderstorms during the hot weather season (mid-March to mid-June) in Karnataka are called
Kalbaisakhi
Mango showers
Loo
Cherry blossoms
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This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-2 – 2019
– These showers are important as they help in the ripening of mangoes and coffee blossoms in the region.
– They are caused by convective thunderstorms originating over peninsular India.
– Loo is a hot and dry wind that blows across the northern plains of India during the summer months (May-June).
– “Cherry blossoms” refer to the flowers of cherry trees, particularly associated with Japan, and not a type of rain in India. However, sometimes pre-monsoon showers in parts of Karnataka and Kerala are called ‘Cherry Blossom showers’ or ‘Coffee showers’ because they are beneficial for coffee plantations. Mango showers is a more common term for these pre-monsoon rains in the region, specifically referring to their benefit for mangoes.