The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted rain and snowfall over North India as a Western Disturbance approaches on March 9. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected in parts of Northeast and East India, while a heatwave warning has been issued for Konkan & Goa. Strong surface winds will also impact Northwest India, including Delhi, signaling a dynamic weather pattern in the coming days. Here’s a detailed outlook on what to expect.
Western Disturbance to Affect North India from March 9
A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to impact the Western Himalayan region starting March 9, 2025. As a result:
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Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Himachal Pradesh will experience scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall and snowfall from March 9 to 12.
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Uttarakhand will see isolated light to moderate rainfall and snowfall from March 10 to 12.
Thunderstorms and Rain Likely in Northeast and East India
A trough over northeast India is expected to bring thunderstorms, lightning, and rainfall:
|
Region |
Expected Weather |
Dates |
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Arunachal Pradesh, Assam |
Light/moderate rainfall, snowfall, thunderstorms |
March 7 |
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Nagaland |
Light/moderate rainfall, thunderstorms |
March 7 |
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Rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds (30-40 kmph) |
March 8 |
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Sikkim |
Thunderstorms and lightning |
March 7-8 |
Strong Winds in Northwest India
The plains of Northwest India, including Delhi, will experience strong surface winds of 25-35 kmph, gusting up to 40 kmph.
Temperature Trends: Gradual Rise Across India
A gradual increase in maximum temperatures is expected in the coming days:
|
Region |
Expected Temperature Trend |
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Northwest & Central India, Gujarat |
3-5°C rise over the next 4-5 days |
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East India |
No change for 2 days, then a 2-3°C rise |
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No change for 24 hours, then a 2-4°C rise |
Hot and Humid Weather Alert for Coastal States
Several coastal states will experience hot and humid conditions in the coming days:
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Region |
Dates |
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Konkan & Goa, Kerala & Mahe, Coastal Karnataka |
March 7-8 |
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Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam |
March 7 |
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Gujarat Region |
March 9-10 |
Heat Wave Warning for Konkan & Goa
A heat wave is expected to hit Konkan & Goa on March 9 and 10, with temperatures likely to soar above normal levels.
Delhi NCR Weather Forecast (March 7-9, 2025)
Delhi is expected to see clear to partly cloudy skies, with moderate winds and a gradual rise in temperature.
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Date |
Weather |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
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March 7 |
Partly cloudy, morning mist |
29-31 |
12-14 |
NW, 4-12 kmph (day), <8 kmph (night) |
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March 8 |
Clear sky, morning mist |
30-32 |
14-16 |
NW, 6-12 kmph (day), <8 kmph (night) |
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March 9 |
Clear to partly cloudy, morning mist |
31-33 |
15-17 |
E/SE, 4-10 kmph (day), <8 kmph (night) |
The coming days will bring rain and snowfall in North India, thunderstorms in the Northeast and East, and rising temperatures across most regions. Residents are advised to stay updated with official weather advisories for safety and preparedness.
