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Weather Update: Western Disturbances to Bring Rain & Snow in North India; Thunderstorms in Bihar, Assam & Kerala; Temperatures Rising in Maharashtra & Gujarat

Western disturbances will bring rain and snowfall to North India, while Northeast and other regions may experience thunderstorms and temperature fluctuations. Delhi will see clear skies with mild to strong winds in the coming days

KJ Staff
A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to affect the Western Himalayan region in upcoming days. (Representational Image)
A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to affect the Western Himalayan region in upcoming days. (Representational Image)

Unstable weather patterns are set to affect India, bringing rain, snow, and temperature fluctuations. A Western Disturbance will cause snowfall and thunderstorms in the northern hills, while a cyclonic circulation over Assam will bring rain and gusty winds to the Northeast. As temperatures gradually rise, expect a mix of chilly spells and warming trends in the coming days. Here's what to expect in the days ahead.

 Western Disturbances and Rainfall Forecast

  • A Western Disturbance, currently present over North Pakistan, is likely to bring scattered light to moderate rainfall and snowfall in Uttarakhand. Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Himachal Pradesh may also experience similar weather conditions on the same day.

  • A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to affect the Western Himalayan region from March 9, leading to isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall and snowfall over Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, and Himachal Pradesh on March 9 and 10, with Uttarakhand likely to be affected on March 10.

Cyclonic Circulations and Rainfall Over the Northeast

  • A cyclonic circulation is active over northeast Assam and its neighboring areas at lower tropospheric levels, which may cause isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall and snowfall in Arunachal Pradesh from March 5 to 9.

  • Assam and Meghalaya are also expected to receive isolated light to moderate rainfall.

Date

Region Affected

Weather Forecast

March 5-9

Arunachal Pradesh

Light to moderate rainfall/snowfall

March 5

Assam & Meghalaya

Isolated rainfall

March 7-8

Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim

Thunderstorms and lightning

 

Thunderstorms, Lightning, and Gusty Winds Alert

  • Bihar: Expect isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall, thunderstorm, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) on March 8.

  • Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim: Likely to witness thunderstorms and lightning on March 7 and 8.

  • Kerala and Mahe: Isolated light/moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorm and lightning

Temperature Trends Across India

The IMD has forecasted fluctuations in maximum temperatures across different regions:

Region

Temperature Trend

Northwest India

No significant change for 48 hours, then a rise of 2-4°C.

Northeast India

Gradual rise of 2-3°C for the next 2-3 days, then stable.

Maharashtra

No change for 3 days, then a rise of 2-3°C.

Central India & Gujarat

Gradual fall by 2-3°C in the next 2 days, followed by a rise of 2-3°C.

Rest of India

No significant change for the next 4-5 days.

Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (March 5-7, 2025)

Delhi is expected to experience clear skies with irregular strong surface winds and morning mist over the next four days.

Date

Weather Conditions

Max Temp (°C)

Min Temp (°C)

Wind Speed (kmph)

March 5

Clear, morning mist, strong winds

25-27

11-13

22-24 (afternoon), <12 (night)

March 6

Clear, morning mist

28-30

12-14

16-18 (afternoon), <8 (night)

March 7

Clear, morning mist

28-30

12-14

10-12 (afternoon), <8 (night)

 

Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay updated with the latest weather advisories and take necessary precautions, especially in regions expecting thunderstorms, gusty winds, and snowfall. Stay tuned for further updates

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