IND Vs ENG 1st Test Day 2: Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Headingley – Check Details | Cricket News

After a blistering start to Day 1, Day 2 at Headingley brings a sharp weather twist. Meteorologists have issued a yellow storm warning for heavy afternoon thunderstorms, which could significantly disrupt the Test.

Morning Outlook

The day begins partly sunny and warm, with temperatures around 24 °C (74 °F) and highs near 29 °C (83 °F). Conditions are comfortable early on, and play is expected to start on time at 11 am local with a low (~5%) chance of morning showers 

Afternoon & Evening Forecast

Thunderstorms are expected to move in post-lunch, especially between 2–4 pm, carrying risks of heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds. Showers could drop around 7–8 mm of rain, with a 44–88% chance of precipitation in the final session, potentially halting play early 

Impact on Play

Seam bowlers will rejoice: heavy cloud cover and moisture boost swing, making the afternoon session a key window for England’s pace battery. Afternoon interruptions are likely. With a storm warning active from 3 pm onwards, the third session may be severely curtailed, or umbrella staff may enter the field early.

Currently 74° · Mostly cloudy

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Today – 83°, 59°

Partly sunny and warm; a couple of showers and a heavy thunderstorm this afternoon; thunderstorms can bring flooding downpours, hail, and damaging wind gusts

Sunday – 70°, 53°

Breezy and cooler with more clouds than sun; a couple of showers in the afternoon