Weather Update: Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued for MP, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Delhi & More States This Week

Weather Update: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted an active monsoon period across various regions of the country, triggered by a low-pressure area located over southwest Gangetic West Bengal. This weather system, along with associated troughs and cyclonic circulations, is expected to bring widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall to Central, East, and Northwest India, as well as along the West Coast in the coming days. Certain areas of East Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, and interior Odisha may experience extremely heavy downpours. Here are the details

Since yesterday, intense monsoon activity brought very heavy rain to parts of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, while several other states including Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Assam, Gujarat, and Odisha saw widespread heavy showers. Thunderstorms with strong gusty winds were reported across southern, central, and some northern regions, adding to the weather's impact.

Heavy Rainfall Over East & Central India

Under the impact of a low-pressure system currently moving from West Bengal to Chhattisgarh, East and Central India are bracing for intense rainfall activity. Isolated pockets of East Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha, and interior Odisha are forecast to receive extremely heavy rainfall. Widespread light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely throughout the week.

In addition, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds up to 40 kmph are expected, especially over Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand today.

Northwest India Rain Forecast 

Northwest India is also likely to benefit from the monsoon systems, particularly in the hilly states and adjoining plains. Uttarakhand and East Rajasthan are forecast to receive heavy to very heavy rain until July 10, with other areas such as Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir also on alert.

Rainfall is likely to be accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning across both the hills and adjoining plains during the forecast period.

West Coast and Gujarat to See Heavy Showers

Monsoon currents are also active along the West Coast, with the off-shore trough driving heavy rainfall across Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, and Gujarat.

Most areas will also see thunderstorms and gusty winds up to 40 kmph during the week.

Moderate Rainfall in Northeast India

The Northeast region is expected to receive continuous rainfall through the week with isolated heavy spells over several states.

Despite no extreme weather alerts, residents are advised to stay cautious due to the sustained rainfall.

Rain Likely Across South India, Winds to Strengthen

Southern India will continue to receive rainfall, especially in coastal regions. Additionally, strong surface winds up to 50 kmph are likely across the region for the next five days.

These conditions may provide temporary relief from heat in certain pockets while also increasing humidity levels significantly.

Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast 

Delhi is expected to witness cloudy skies with consistent showers and cooler temperatures through July 10. Thunderstorms with lightning are also likely across the NCR.

Both maximum and minimum temperatures will stay below seasonal normals by 2 to 6°C, providing a pleasant respite from the typical July heat.

Residents are advised to stay updated with local weather alerts and take precautions, especially in flood-prone and lightning-affected areas.