India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across most parts of the country in the coming days, driven by multiple active weather systems. Conditions are turning increasingly favourable for the further advancement of the Southwest Monsoon into Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and parts of eastern India. The monsoon is likely to remain in an active phase, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall in several regions, with extremely heavy downpours expected at isolated places in South Peninsular India and Konkan & Goa. Here are the details
South India Forecast: Heavy Rains and Strong Winds
South Peninsular India will experience significant rainfall activity, accompanied by thunderstorms and winds of up to 60 kmph. States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and coastal Andhra Pradesh are on alert for heavy to extremely heavy rainfall between June 17 and 18. Some areas may see rainfall exceeding 20 cm in 24 hours.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Wind Speed |
Special Alert |
|
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
40–60 kmph |
Extremely heavy on June 17 |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
40–60 kmph |
Strong surface winds on June 17 |
|
Coastal & Interior Karnataka |
Very Heavy to Extreme |
40–60 kmph |
Extremely heavy in coastal areas |
|
Andhra Pradesh, Telangana |
Moderate to Heavy |
40–60 kmph |
Daily rain activity till June 20 |
West India Forecast: Torrential Rainfall
Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Konkan & Goa are expected to be hit by intense rainfall over the next week. The IMD has issued alerts for very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Saurashtra, Kutch, and Konkan on June 17. Thunderstorms with winds up to 40 kmph are also forecast.
|
Region |
|
Rainfall Intensity |
Wind Speed |
Special Alerts |
|
Konkan & Goa |
|
Very Heavy to Extreme |
30–40 kmph |
Extremely heavy on June 17 |
|
Gujarat (Saurashtra/Kutch) |
|
Very Heavy to Extreme |
30–40 kmph |
Red alert on June 17 |
|
Madhya Maharashtra |
|
Heavy to Very Heavy |
30–40 kmph |
Consistent rain till June 20 |
|
Marathwada |
|
Light to Moderate |
30–40 kmph |
Localized thunderstorms possible |
Central & East India Forecast: Widespread Rain
Rainfall activity will continue over Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand, with very heavy showers in some eastern states. Thundersqualls with wind speeds reaching up to 70 kmph have been forecast in Madhya Pradesh and Bihar on June 17. Temperatures in Central India may drop by 2–4°C.
|
Region |
Rainfall Type |
Wind Speed |
Alerts |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Heavy, Thundersquall |
50–60 kmph gusting 70 |
On June 17 |
|
Odisha |
Moderate to Heavy |
40–50 kmph |
Heavy rain till June 18 |
|
Bihar, Jharkhand |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
50–60 kmph |
Wind warning on June 17 |
|
West Bengal & Sikkim |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
40–50 kmph |
Peak activity on June 17–18 |
Forecast for Northwest India: Moderate Showers with Dust Storm Alerts
Northwestern parts including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Uttar Pradesh are expected to receive scattered rain accompanied by dust storms and gusty winds. Isolated places in Rajasthan may witness wind gusts up to 70 kmph.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Wind Speed |
Alerts |
|
Rajasthan |
Light, Dust Storms |
50–70 kmph |
Thundersquall on June 17 |
|
Uttar Pradesh (East & West) |
Heavy to Very Heavy |
40–50 kmph |
Intense activity on June 19–21 |
|
Himachal, J&K |
Isolated Heavy Showers |
30–40 kmph |
Moderate rain on June 21–22 |
|
Punjab, Haryana |
Scattered Rain |
30–50 kmph |
Windy weather expected |
Northeast India Forecast: Steady Showers Continue
The IMD has forecast steady rain with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall across northeastern states for the next seven days. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds are also likely.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Wind Speed |
Alerts |
|
Assam, Meghalaya |
Moderate to Heavy |
30–40 kmph |
Isolated very heavy rainfall likely |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Moderate Showers |
30–40 kmph |
Cloudy with possible thunderstorms |
|
Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram |
Heavy in parts |
30–40 kmph |
Rain to continue through the week |
Delhi-NCR Forecast: Rainy Days and Cooler Temperatures Ahead
Delhi is set to experience cloudy skies and light to moderate rain with gusty winds over the next four days. The capital will also get a break from the scorching heat, with daytime temperatures expected to remain 3–5°C below normal.
|
Date |
Sky Condition |
Rain/Storm |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
|
17 June |
Partly Cloudy |
Moderate rain, Gusts 60 kmph |
35–37 |
26–28 |
NE to W, shifting NW in evening |
|
18 June |
Partly Cloudy |
Moderate rain, Gusts 60 kmph |
36–38 |
26–28 |
W to SE, easing to W by night |
|
19 June |
Partly Cloudy |
Light rain, Gusts 50 kmph |
36–38 |
25–27 |
NW in morning, W to NW by evening |
Temperatures across Central India are expected to dip by 2–4°C over the next few days due to persistent cloud cover and rainfall. However, no significant temperature changes are expected in other parts of the country.
With several active weather systems influencing India’s atmosphere, the coming week is likely to be wet and stormy for most parts of the country. The IMD continues to monitor evolving systems, and residents in vulnerable areas are advised to stay updated on local advisories.
