Weather Forecast – Storm and Thunder Warning in 70 Hours, Heavy Rain Will Cause Trouble, Know Details

New Delhi: Temperatures in North India have soared to such levels that the heat has made life miserable, leaving people dripping with sweat. The scorching heat has made daily existence agonizing, and the situation continues to deteriorate. In Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan, the heat is breaking all previous records. Everyone is suffering due to the intense heat.

The heat levels remain extremely high in Punjab, Haryana, and the Delhi-NCR region as well. Meanwhile, the weather patterns appear to be shifting in the hilly regions of North India as well as in the northeastern states. Several states face the possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by torrential rain. Read on for detailed information regarding the weather forecast for specific regions.

Key Highlights

The Heatwave Crisis (North & Central India)

The “loo” (hot winds) and soaring temperatures have made daily life agonizing in several states.

• Worst Affected States: Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and the Delhi-NCR region.
• Temperature Alert: Delhi is expected to breach the 44°C mark, with night temperatures also remaining significantly above normal.
• East India: Heatwave warnings are active for Odisha and Jharkhandwhere hot and humid conditions are likely to persist for the next 5 days.

2. Mountain & Hill Alerts (North India)

A Western Disturbance is moving through the Himalayas, bringing a sharp contrast to the heat in the plains.

• Regions: Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir.
• Forecast: Starting March 24these areas are expected to witness thunderstorms, rain, hailstorms, and snowfall at higher altitudes.

Heavy Rains to Cause Havoc in These States

According to the Meteorological Department, the activation of a Western Disturbance is set to cause a deterioration in weather conditions across various regions. The IMD has issued a warning for Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, forecasting thunderstorms, rain, hailstorms, and snowfall in higher altitudes starting March 24.

Over the next 24 hours, the northeastern states are expected to remain under the influence of an anticyclonic circulation. Consequently, an alert has been issued warning of heavy rainfall and hailstorms, accompanied by lightning strikes. In South India—specifically across several states, as well as various districts in Maharashtra and Gujarat—rainfall is anticipated.

Rain to Cause Havoc in Northeastern States as Well

The IMD has indicated that a cyclonic circulation is expected to remain active in the region for several days. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, and West Bengal, warning of thunderstorms and rain accompanied by wind speeds ranging from 60 to 70 kilometers per hour.

There is a likelihood of lightning strikes and hailstorms. These weather activities also serve as an indication of the onset of the pre-monsoon season. Additionally, heatwave warnings have been issued for several states, including Odisha and Jharkhand.

Weather Forecast for Mumbai

According to the Meteorological Department, a new weather system is expected to become active in South India starting April 23 and 24. Due to its influence, weather activity is expected to intensify across several states.

The IMD has forecast squally winds over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Kerala, coastal Karnataka, and the coastal areas of Tamil Nadu. Rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely. Meanwhile, a warning for heavy rainfall has been issued for South-Central Maharashtra (along the Western Ghats), Marathwada, and the southeastern districts of Gujarat.