As the southwest monsoon progresses further, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh weather alerts predicting widespread rainfall across various parts of the country in upcoming days. Multiple weather systems, including troughs and cyclonic circulations, are influencing rainfall intensity and distribution.
The monsoon trough currently lies south of its normal position. Cyclonic circulations over South Jharkhand and Northeast Assam, combined with a trough running from Southeast Rajasthan to the Bay of Bengal, are expected to drive the rainfall activity across East, Central, and Northeast India. Let’s look at the regional forecasts in detail.
Heavy Rainfall Over East & Central India
Several regions in East and Central India are set to receive consistent rainfall throughout the week. The IMD has issued alerts for isolated heavy to very heavy rain, particularly over Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand.
|
State/Region |
Rainfall Type |
Active Dates |
|
Madhya Pradesh |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
July 3–6 |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Heavy |
July 3, 5, and 6 |
|
Odisha |
Heavy |
July 3, 5, and 6 |
|
Vidarbha |
Heavy |
July 3–8 |
|
Heavy |
July 3–6 |
|
|
Jharkhand |
Heavy |
July 3–6 |
|
West Bengal & Sikkim |
Heavy |
July 3–6 |
The region will also experience thunderstorms and lightning, with light to moderate rain expected in many areas.
Northwest India to Witness Extremely Heavy Showers
Parts of Northwest India will be under the influence of strong monsoon activity, with East Rajasthan expected to see extremely heavy rainfall. Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are also in for multiple wet days.
|
State/Region |
Rainfall Type |
Active Dates |
|
East Rajasthan |
Extremely Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Very Heavy |
July 5–7 |
|
Uttarakhand |
Heavy |
July 3–8 |
|
Heavy to Very Heavy |
July 5–8 |
|
|
Haryana & Chandigarh |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
July 3–8 |
|
East Uttar Pradesh |
Heavy |
July 3–6 |
|
West Uttar Pradesh |
Heavy |
July 5–8 |
|
Jammu |
Heavy |
July 3, 5–8 |
|
West Rajasthan |
Heavy |
July 3–4 |
Accompanied by thunder, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 30–40 kmph, this region is advised to remain alert for potential flash floods or waterlogging.
West India Gears Up for Ghat-Side Deluges
Ghat regions of Madhya Maharashtra and parts of Gujarat and Konkan & Goa are also forecasted to receive intense rainfall. IMD has issued an extremely heavy rainfall warning for Madhya Maharashtra’s ghat areas.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Active Dates |
|
Ghat Areas (Madhya Maharashtra) |
Extremely Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
July 3–8 |
|
Gujarat Region |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
July 3–8 |
|
Saurashtra & Kutch |
Heavy |
July 3–8 |
With continuous downpours expected, local authorities may implement safety measures for landslide-prone regions.
Northeast India to Continue Receiving Rains
The Northeast continues its spell of monsoon rainfall, with Meghalaya forecasted to experience isolated extremely heavy showers on July 5 and 6. Most other areas will see consistent light to moderate rainfall.
|
State/Region |
Rainfall Type |
Active Dates |
|
Extremely Heavy |
July 5–6 |
|
|
Other NE States |
Light to Very Heavy |
July 3–8 |
Thunderstorms and lightning are expected to accompany the rains, making it essential for residents to remain cautious.
South Peninsular India Forecast: Widespread Rain and Gusty Winds
The southern parts of India are forecasted to witness strong surface winds along with rain. Kerala, Karnataka, and Telangana are all expected to receive heavy to very heavy rain in pockets.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Dates |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Very Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Karnataka |
Very Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Coastal Andhra Pradesh |
Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Telangana |
Heavy |
July 3 |
|
Tamil Nadu & Rayalaseema |
Light to Moderate |
July 3–8 |
Strong winds of 40–50 kmph are expected across coastal and interior areas of southern India, particularly during afternoon and evening hours.
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast
The National Capital Region is expected to remain under a partly cloudy sky with light showers and thunderstorms throughout the period. Temperatures will hover slightly below normal.
|
Date |
Sky Condition |
Rainfall |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Winds |
|
July 3 |
Partly Cloudy |
Light Rain |
36–38 |
26–28 |
SE, <15 kmph (Morning) |
|
July 4 |
Partly Cloudy |
Light Rain |
36–38 |
26–28 |
E → SE, <10 kmph |
|
July 5 |
Partly Cloudy |
Light Rain |
35–37 |
24–26 |
SW, <20 → <12 kmph |
Both daytime and nighttime temperatures will remain 1–3°C below normal, offering some respite from the typical July heat.
The first week of July 2025 is set to bring widespread monsoon activity across the country, with several regions likely to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Citizens are advised to stay updated with local weather advisories and take necessary precautions in flood-prone and landslide-prone areas. The IMD continues to monitor the systems and will issue updates as necessary.
