Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued multiple weather alerts across the country as active monsoon conditions are expected to intensify over the coming week. Multiple weather systems, including cyclonic circulations, troughs, and offshore flows, are currently influencing weather patterns across East, Central, North-West, West, and South India. Several regions are likely to receive extremely heavy rainfall, with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected in many areas. Here are the details
East & Central India to Witness Widespread Showers
A cyclonic circulation over Northeast Madhya Pradesh and an upper air system over Gangetic West Bengal are expected to bring intense rainfall across central and eastern India. East Madhya Pradesh is likely to see extremely heavy showers.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Dates |
|
East Madhya Pradesh |
Extremely Heavy |
- |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Very Heavy |
5th–8th July |
|
Very Heavy |
5th, 8th–10th July |
|
|
Vidarbha |
Very Heavy |
6th–8th July |
|
Jharkhand |
Heavy/Very Heavy |
5th–7th July (esp. 6th) |
|
Gangetic W. Bengal |
Heavy/Very Heavy |
5th–6th July |
Northwest India on Alert with Himachal, Uttarakhand to Be Worst-Hit
A series of western disturbances combined with monsoonal flows will soak the Northwest. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected in Himachal Pradesh on July 6. Jammu, Uttarakhand, and Punjab are also in for intense spells.
|
Region/State |
Rainfall Timeline |
Highlights |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Very to extremely heavy rain: 5th–8th July |
Red alert on July 6 |
|
Uttarakhand |
Very heavy showers: 5th–8th July |
Flash flood risk in hilly areas |
|
Jammu |
Very heavy rain on July 6 |
Disruption to traffic, landslide risk |
|
Punjab & Haryana |
Heavy rain: 6th & 7th July |
Isolated thunder/lightning |
|
Rajasthan (East & West) |
Heavy rain: 5th–6th, 8th–10th July |
Dust storms possible initially |
|
Uttar Pradesh (East & West) |
Heavy rain: 5th–10th July |
Gusty winds up to 40 kmph |
Western India: Maharashtra Ghats Brace for Deluge
The Konkan, Goa, and Western Ghats of Maharashtra are on high alert as an offshore trough continues to feed moist winds into the region. The ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra may receive extremely heavy rainfall on July 6 and 7.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Warning Dates |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Heavy to very heavy daily |
5th–10th July |
|
Ghat areas (Maharashtra) |
Extremely heavy on 6th & 7th July |
Red alert issued |
|
Gujarat (Saurashtra & Kutch) |
Heavy rain: 5th–8th July |
Local waterlogging |
|
Marathwada |
Heavy showers: 6th & 7th July |
Crop damage possible |
Southern States to See Isolated Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
While southern India won’t see widespread flooding, Coastal Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka may witness very heavy rainfall, along with strong surface winds reaching up to 50 kmph.
|
Region |
Weather Details |
Highlight |
|
Coastal Karnataka |
Very heavy rain: 5th–6th July |
Gusty winds up to 50 kmph |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Heavy rain: 5th July |
Lightning & thunderstorms expected |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Heavy rain: 5th, 9th & 10th July |
Flooding in low-lying areas |
|
Telangana & AP |
Isolated rainfall with thunderstorms |
Moderate temperatures |
Northeast India: Continued Wet Spell with Isolated Intense Bursts
The Northeast continues to receive its share of light to moderate showers, but very heavy rainfall is forecast over Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh in the coming days, possibly affecting road connectivity.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Dates |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Very Heavy |
- |
|
Meghalaya |
Very Heavy |
5th & 6th July |
|
Other NE States |
Moderate to Heavy |
5th–10th July |
Delhi-NCR Weather: Cooler Days Ahead with Rain Relief
The Delhi-NCR region will experience intermittent rainfall from July 5 to 7, providing relief from recent heat. Temperatures are expected to gradually fall, with maximums dipping below normal from July 6 onward.
|
Date |
Rainfall Forecast |
Temperature (Max/Min °C) |
Winds (Direction & Speed) |
|
5 July |
Light to moderate rain |
35–37 / 26–28 |
SW; <10 kmph, then 10–15 |
|
6 July |
Light to moderate rain |
33–35 / 26–28 |
NW→S; 10–15 kmph variable |
|
7 July |
Light to moderate rain |
32–34 / 24–26 |
NW→SW; 10–12 kmph variable |
The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to drop by 3–5°C by 7th July, with cloudy skies continuing to dominate.
As the monsoon strengthens, multiple regions across India are under alert for heavy to extremely heavy rains. From Central India to the Western Ghats and the hills of the north, residents are advised to remain vigilant, avoid water-logged areas, and follow IMD advisories. This active phase is vital for agriculture but also demands precautionary measures to mitigate flood and landslide risks. Stay tuned to local weather bulletins for real-time updates.
