The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted varied conditions across the country. While Northeast India is set to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, the northwestern states will see fluctuating temperatures with chances of light snowfall. Meanwhile, dense fog is likely in parts of West Bengal and Sikkim. Here’s a detailed weather forecast expected across India.
Northeast India: Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms
A cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam is expected to bring significant rainfall and thunderstorms across Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura.
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Region |
Weather Forecast |
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Arunachal Pradesh |
Light to moderate rain/snow from Feb 18-23; heavy rainfall on Feb 19 |
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Assam & Meghalaya |
Isolated to scattered rain; thunderstorms with gusty winds (30-40 kmph) on Feb 19 |
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Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura |
Light rain; thunderstorms on Feb 18-20 |
Residents are advised to take necessary precautions as thunderstorms and gusty winds may lead to temporary disruptions.
Western Disturbances: Snowfall and Rain in Northern States
A Western Disturbance over Jammu & Kashmir and an induced cyclonic circulation over West Rajasthan are expected to bring light snowfall and rain to the northern states.
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Region |
Weather Forecast |
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Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad |
Light rain/snow on Feb 18; scattered rain/snow with thunderstorms on Feb 19-20 |
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Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand |
Scattered rain/snow on Feb 19-20; isolated rain/snow from Feb 21-23 |
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Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, UP, Chhattisgarh |
Isolated rain in Punjab, Haryana (Feb 19-20); West Rajasthan (Feb 19); Chhattisgarh (Feb 21-22) |
Travelers to hilly regions should remain cautious as snowfall may affect visibility and road conditions.
East India: Thunderstorms in Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand
With a north-south trough forming at lower levels, eastern states like West Bengal, Odisha, and Jharkhand will see thunderstorms with light rain on February 19-20. This could provide temporary relief from rising temperatures in these regions.
Temperature Forecast: Rise and Fall Across Regions
1. Minimum Temperature Trends
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No significant change expected across most of India.
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Northwest India to see a gradual rise by 2°C over three days from February 19.
2. Maximum Temperature Trends
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Northwest India to witness a 2°C rise over the next two days, followed by a fall of 2-3°C thereafter.
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Rest of India will see stable temperatures without significant variations.
Fog Alerts: Dense Fog in West Bengal and Sikkim
Dense fog conditions are expected to persist in isolated pockets:
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Gangetic West Bengal
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Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim: Till February 19
This could impact early morning travel and visibility, urging commuters to drive cautiously.
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (February 18-20, 2025)
The national capital region will witness partly cloudy to generally cloudy skies, with slight temperature fluctuations and chances of light drizzle towards midweek.
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Date |
Weather |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed |
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Feb 18 |
Partly cloudy |
27-29 |
10-12 |
6-12 kmph NE/NW |
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Feb 19 |
Cloudy in evening, drizzle late night |
26-28 |
10-12 |
6-10 kmph NW |
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Feb 20 |
Cloudy, very light rain in morning |
25-27 |
12-14 |
20-30 kmph SE |
Delhiites can expect cooler days and a slight dip in temperatures by February 20, accompanied by strong surface winds (20-30 kmph).
This week's weather presents a mix of rain, snow, thunderstorms, and foggy mornings across different regions. Residents are advised to stay updated with local forecasts and prepare accordingly.
