Weather Update: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted intense weather activity across various regions of the country in the coming days. Several weather systems are in play, including two low-pressure areas, a trough, and multiple cyclonic circulations, which are expected to bring heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds, and even extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas. Here are the details
East and Central India Forecast: Intense Rainfall, Squalls
A low-pressure area currently lies over southwest Bangladesh and adjoining Gangetic West Bengal, and it is likely to intensify further. This, along with other systems, will bring widespread rainfall over central and eastern parts of India.
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Region |
Dates |
Forecast Details |
|
Bihar, Jharkhand |
Jun 18–21 |
Heavy rainfall; very heavy on Jun 18–19 (Bihar) |
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Odisha |
Jun 18–21 |
Heavy rainfall; very heavy on Jun 19; extremely heavy on Jun 18 |
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Chhattisgarh |
Jun 18–20 |
Heavy rainfall; very heavy on all four days |
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Madhya Pradesh |
Jun 18–21 |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall; extremely heavy in East MP on Jun 20 & 21 |
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Gangetic West Bengal |
Jun 18 |
Extremely heavy rainfall (>20 cm/day) |
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Andaman & Nicobar |
Jun 18 |
Thunderstorm, lightning, gusty winds up to 50 km/h |
Thunderstorms with squalls reaching 70 km/h are expected at isolated places, especially in Madhya Pradesh on June 18.
West India Forecast: Very Heavy to Extremely Heavy Rainfall
Gujarat is under the influence of another low-pressure system, which will push significant moisture into western states. The Konkan coast and parts of Maharashtra will also see intense rain spells.
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Region |
Dates |
Forecast Details |
|
Gujarat State |
Jun 18–23 |
Very heavy rainfall; |
|
Saurashtra & Kutch |
Jun 18–19, 22–23 |
Heavy to very heavy rain |
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Konkan & Goa |
Jun 18–23 |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
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Madhya Maharashtra |
Jun 18–20 |
Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning |
|
Marathwada |
Jun 18–20 |
Light to moderate rain, isolated heavy spells |
Thunderstorms with lightning and winds up to 40 km/h will accompany these rains.
Southern India Set for Heavy Showers with Isolated Extremely Heavy Rain
The southern peninsula is also likely to be impacted, particularly the western coast and ghats. The IMD has warned of extremely heavy rainfall over parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Rainfall Forecast (South India)
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Region |
Dates |
Forecast Details |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Jun 18 |
Isolated heavy rain; very heavy over ghat areas |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Jun 18–19 |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall; gusty winds up to 60 km/h on Jun 18 |
|
Coastal Karnataka |
Jun 18–19 |
Heavy rainfall |
|
South Interior Karnataka |
Jun 18–19 |
Heavy rainfall; extremely heavy in some areas |
|
North Interior Karnataka |
Jun 18 |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
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Coastal Andhra Pradesh |
Jun 18–20 |
Light to moderate rain, gusty winds up to 60 km/h |
|
Telangana, Rayalaseema |
Jun 18–20 |
Rain and thunderstorm activity, strong winds |
|
Lakshadweep |
Jun 18 |
Strong winds, light to moderate showers |
The southern coast will also face strong surface winds, which may affect marine activities.
Northeast India Forecast: Heavy Rain; Meghalaya to Receive Extreme Rainfall
Northeast India continues to see heavy monsoon activity. Rain will persist over the next week, with some places expected to receive very heavy to extremely heavy showers.
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Region |
Dates |
Forecast Details |
|
Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur |
Jun 18–23 |
Light/moderate rain at many places |
|
Meghalaya |
Jun 18–19 |
Extremely heavy rainfall (>20 cm/day) |
Thunderstorms with lightning will continue, and localised flooding is a possibility due to high cumulative rainfall.
Northwest India Forecast: Increasing Rainfall Towards June End
Northwest India will initially witness moderate showers, which will intensify later in the week. The hills and plains are both likely to experience stormy weather.
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Region |
Dates |
Forecast Details |
|
Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh |
Jun 18 & 22 |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
|
Jun 20–22 |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
|
|
Punjab, Haryana |
Jun 20–22 |
Thunderstorm with heavy rainfall |
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Uttarakhand |
Jun 18–23 |
Heavy rainfall daily |
|
East Uttar Pradesh |
Jun 18–23 |
Very heavy rainfall on Jun 19–20 |
|
West Uttar Pradesh |
Jun 19–22 |
Very heavy rainfall on Jun 20–21 |
|
East Rajasthan |
Jun 18–23 |
Isolated heavy rain |
Winds up to 50 km/h will be common during thunderstorms in this region.
Delhi-NCR Forecast: Cloudy Skies with Intermittent Rain and Gusty Winds
Residents in Delhi/NCR can expect cloudy conditions with scattered rain and thunderstorms over the next few days. IMD has forecast below-normal maximum temperatures due to increased cloud cover and rainfall activity.
|
Date |
Weather |
Rain & Wind Details |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
|
18 June |
Cloudy |
Thunderstorm, winds up to 60 km/h |
33–35 |
26–28 |
|
19 June |
Partly Cloudy |
Light rain, gusty winds up to 50 km/h |
36–38 |
27–29 |
|
20 June |
Partly Cloudy |
Light rain, winds up to 50 km/h |
36–38 |
28–30 |
The prevailing winds will shift between southeast and east directions, with occasional increases in speed during evening storms.
According to the IMD, no significant change in maximum temperatures is expected across the country. Most regions will continue to experience near-normal to slightly below-normal temperatures, particularly in areas receiving rainfall.
With multiple low-pressure systems and monsoon dynamics in full swing, the coming days promise significant weather activity across India. The IMD has advised residents, farmers, and authorities to stay alert, especially in regions under extremely heavy rainfall warnings. Localised flooding, traffic disruptions, and potential landslides in hilly areas remain concerns. Travelers and outdoor workers are urged to follow safety precautions.
