The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts rain and snowfall in the Western Himalayas as a fresh Western Disturbance approaches. A cyclonic circulation over Assam is expected to trigger thunderstorms in the Northeast, while strong winds will impact Delhi and Northwest India. Temperatures are set to rise by up to 6°C in several regions, and Kerala & Mahe will experience hot and humid conditions. Here’s a detailed weather outlook for the coming days.
Western Disturbance to Bring Rain and Snow to Northern India
A fresh Western Disturbance is set to impact the Western Himalayan region starting March 9, 2025. According to IMD, the disturbance is expected to bring isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall and snowfall over Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Himachal Pradesh from March 9 to 11, while Uttarakhand will experience similar weather on March 11.
Cyclonic Circulation Over Northeast Assam
A cyclonic circulation persists over northeast Assam at lower tropospheric levels. Under its influence, scattered light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is expected over Arunachal Pradesh on March 6. Assam and Meghalaya will also witness isolated light to moderate rainfall on the same day.
Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds Across Eastern India
Several states in eastern India will experience active weather conditions:
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Bihar is expected to witness isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) on March 8.
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Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim will likely experience thunderstorms and lightning on March 7 and 8.
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Strong surface winds (25-35 kmph, gusting up to 45 kmph) are expected to prevail over the plains of Northwest India, including Delhi, over the next 24 hours.
Weather Forecast Overview
|
Region |
Weather Event |
Date |
|
Western Himalayan Region |
Western Disturbance causing rain/snowfall |
From March 9, 2025 |
|
Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad & Himachal Pradesh |
Isolated to scattered light/moderate rainfall/snowfall |
March 9-11 |
|
Uttarakhand |
Light/moderate rainfall or snowfall |
March 11 |
|
Northeast Assam |
Cyclonic circulation at lower atmospheric levels |
Ongoing |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Scattered rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning |
March 6 |
|
Assam & Meghalaya |
Isolated light/moderate rain |
March 6 |
|
Bihar |
Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) |
March 8 |
|
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim |
Thunderstorms and lightning |
March 7-8 |
|
Northwest India (including Delhi) |
Strong surface winds (25-35 kmph, gusting up to 45 kmph) |
Next 24 hours |
Temperature Trends Across India
The IMD has predicted varying temperature trends across different regions:
|
Region |
Temperature Forecast |
|
Northwest India |
No significant change for 24 hours, then a gradual rise of 4-6°C |
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Central India (except Vidarbha) |
No change for 2 days, then a rise of 3-4°C |
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Vidarbha |
Drop of 2-3°C for 2 days, then a rise of 3-5°C |
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East India |
No change for 3 days, then a rise of 2°C |
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Northeast India |
Rise of 2-3°C for 2-3 days, then stable |
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Maharashtra, Telangana, North Interior Karnataka |
No change for 2 days, then a rise of 2-3°C |
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No change for 24 hours, then a rise of 3-5°C |
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South India (except Telangana & North Interior Karnataka) |
No significant change for 5 days |
Hot and Humid Conditions in Kerala and Mahe
IMD has issued warnings of hot and humid weather conditions over Kerala and Mahe on March 6, cautioning residents to take necessary precautions.
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (March 6-8, 2025)
Delhi will witness mainly clear skies with fluctuating wind speeds. Misty mornings are expected from March 6 onwards.
|
Date |
Weather |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed (kmph) |
|
March 6 |
Clear, morning mist |
28-30 |
12-14 |
14-18 (morning), decreasing in evening |
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March 7 |
Clear, morning mist |
28-30 |
12-14 |
4-6 (morning), increasing in afternoon |
|
March 8 |
Clear, morning mist |
30-32 |
14-16 |
8-10 (morning), increasing to 14-16 |
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and take necessary precautions, especially in regions expecting thunderstorms, strong winds, and fluctuating temperatures.
