Monsoon is actively affecting large parts of India, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall over the northwest, central, and northeast regions for the next 6 to 7 days, along with significant showers in East India. Extremely heavy rain is expected in East Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and the Ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra. Several states have already experienced intense showers and thunderstorms, with East Madhya Pradesh reporting isolated extremely heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Here are the details
East & Central India to Witness Intense Rainfall
The formation of a cyclonic circulation over northeast Madhya Pradesh and Gangetic West Bengal has intensified monsoon activity in this zone. A low-pressure area is expected to develop soon, likely increasing the rainfall intensity across these states.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Specific Dates |
|
East Madhya Pradesh |
Extremely heavy rainfall (≥21 cm) |
July 6 |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
July 6–7 |
|
Vidarbha |
Heavy rainfall |
July 7–8 |
|
Gangetic West Bengal |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
Jharkhand, Odisha |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
Sub-Himalayan WB & Sikkim |
Heavy rainfall |
July 8–10 |
|
Andaman & Nicobar |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
Accompanied by thunderstorm, lightning, and gusty winds (30–40 kmph), moderate rainfall will continue throughout the region for the next seven days.
Northwest India to See Widespread Showers and Hail Activity
Multiple western disturbances and cyclonic circulations are influencing the Himalayan states and surrounding plains, resulting in widespread heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Key Dates |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Very heavy rainfall |
July 7–8 |
|
Uttarakhand |
Very heavy rainfall |
July 6–7 |
|
Punjab, Haryana |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6–7 |
|
East Rajasthan |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6, 9, 10 |
|
Jammu & Kashmir |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6–9 |
|
East & West UP |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6, 10–11 |
Most regions are likely to see thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds along with rain. Plains will experience moderate rain, while hilly areas may witness localized flooding due to the rainfall intensity.
West India Braces for Torrential Downpours
The off-shore trough running from south Gujarat to Karnataka coast, combined with cyclonic influences, is causing continuous rainfall over western India, especially the Ghat areas.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Key Dates |
|
Madhya Maharashtra Ghats |
Extremely heavy rainfall (≥21 cm) |
July 6–7 |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
July 6–11 |
|
Saurashtra & Kutch |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6–7 |
|
Gujarat Region |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
Entire week |
|
Marathwada |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6–7 |
Expect moderate rainfall in most areas with thunderstorms and winds reaching up to 40 kmph.
Northeast India: Wet Spell Continues
A cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam will ensure that rainfall continues across the region, with some areas experiencing intense downpours.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Key Dates |
|
Very heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
|
Assam & NE states |
Heavy rain with thunderstorms |
All week |
Widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected, with chances of landslides in vulnerable hilly terrain.
South India Sees Mixed Rainfall Patterns
South Peninsular India will see intermittent heavy rainfall activity, especially in Karnataka and Kerala. Strong surface winds will dominate the coastal and interior regions.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Key Dates |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6, 9–11 |
|
Coastal Karnataka |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6, 10–11 |
|
Interior Karnataka |
Heavy rainfall |
July 6 |
|
Telangana, Rayalaseema |
Moderate scattered rainfall |
Entire week |
|
Coastal Andhra |
Light to moderate rainfall |
Entire week |
In addition to rainfall, surface wind speeds of 40–50 kmph are expected to persist for the next five days.
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast
With a generally cloudy sky, Delhi will receive light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. Temperatures are expected to remain below normal during this period.
|
Date |
Sky Condition |
Rainfall |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
|
July 6 |
Cloudy |
Light to moderate |
34–36 |
26–28 |
NW morning, shifts to W in evening |
|
July 7 |
Cloudy |
Light to moderate |
32–34 |
24–26 |
NW morning, shifts to SW by night |
|
July 8 |
Cloudy |
Very light to light |
32–34 |
24–26 |
SE morning, shifting to SW & SE at night |
Temperatures are likely to remain 1–4°C below normal, offering much-needed respite from heat. Winds will be light and variable throughout the day.
The monsoon has truly set in, and India is likely to witness a week full of rainfall activity across all regions. While this brings relief from heat and supports agriculture, residents, especially in flood-prone and hilly regions, should remain alert for potential disruptions. Keep monitoring IMD alerts for region-specific warnings.
