The city recorded relatively low rainfall between 8 am on August 7 and 8 am on August 8. The average rainfall recorded during the period was 1.83 mm in the city, 3.40 mm in the eastern suburbs and 0.80 mm in the western suburbs

Thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are also expected in parts of the country. The weather department has advised people to exercise caution in areas prone to waterlogging, flooding and other rain-related disruptions