Unseasonal rain, snowfall, and temperature fluctuations are set to impact several parts of India as multiple weather systems come into play. A Western Disturbance is bringing rain and snow to the northern states, while thunderstorms and hailstorms are expected in parts of the east and northeast. Southern India is also bracing for heavy showers due to an active easterly wave. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions are likely along the coastal regions, and fluctuating temperatures could affect central and northwest India. Here are the details
Western Disturbance Brings Rain and Snowfall
A Western Disturbance is currently active in the northern regions, leading to light to moderate rainfall and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Thunderstorms and lightning are also expected.
Additionally, an upper air cyclonic circulation over Southwest Rajasthan and Southeast Uttar Pradesh will influence weather patterns, resulting in isolated rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds (30-40 kmph), and hailstorms over Northeast Chhattisgarh.
A fresh Western Disturbance will impact Northwest India from March 2, bringing scattered rainfall and snowfall over Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand between March 2-4. Isolated heavy snowfall is likely over Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh on March 3.
Eastern and Northeastern India to Witness Stormy Weather
A trough in the eastern part of the country will cause scattered to fairly widespread rainfall and snowfall over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Northeast Assam, and Nagaland.
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Hailstorms and gusty winds (30-50 kmph) are likely over East Arunachal Pradesh, Northeast Assam, and Nagaland.
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Isolated heavy rainfall is expected over Arunachal Pradesh and Northeast Assam
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The intensity of rainfall will decrease from March 2.
Southern India: Rainfall in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Lakshadweep
Due to an active easterly wave, southern states will experience significant rainfall over the next few days:
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Light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) expected over South Tamil Nadu.
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Kerala and Lakshadweep to witness fairly widespread rainfall on March 02.
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Heavy rainfall alerts for Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, and Mahe and for Lakshadweep.
Temperature Trends: Rising and Falling Patterns
1. Minimum Temperature Forecast
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Region |
Forecasted Trend |
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Northwest India |
Gradual fall by 3-4°C over the next two days; stable thereafter |
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Central India |
No significant change for 3 days; gradual fall by 2°C later |
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Rest of India |
No major temperature changes expected |
2. Maximum Temperature Forecast
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Region |
Forecasted Trend |
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Northwest India |
Rise by 2-3°C over 2 days, followed by a fall of 2-3°C |
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Central India |
No significant change for 3 days; gradual fall by 2°C later |
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Gujarat |
Fall by 2-3°C in the next 2 days, stable thereafter |
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Rest of India |
No major temperature changes expected |
3. Heat Wave and Hot & Humid Conditions
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Coastal Karnataka to experience heat wave conditions on March 02.
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Hot and humid weather likely over Konkan, Goa (March 2-3), and Coastal Karnataka (March 3).
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast (March 2-4, 2025)
Delhi-NCR will experience partly cloudy skies with misty mornings and mild winds. Temperatures will remain moderate, with occasional strong surface winds in the afternoons.
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Date |
Weather |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed (kmph) |
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March 2 |
Clear, Misty AM |
26-28 |
14-16 |
NW winds 8-16 kmph |
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March 3 |
Partly Cloudy, Misty AM |
28-30 |
13-15 |
NW/SW winds 4-12 kmph |
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March 4 |
Partly Cloudy, Strong Winds |
26-28 |
15-17 |
NW winds 8-30 kmph |
Residents in coastal areas should be prepared for heat wave conditions, while Delhi-NCR will see fluctuating temperatures with misty mornings and strong winds by March 4. Stay updated with the latest forecasts and take necessary precautions to stay safe in varying weather conditions.
