The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a varied weather pattern across the country this week. Heavy rainfall is expected in the Northeast and parts of South India, while several northern, central, and eastern states are preparing for intense heatwave conditions. As multiple weather systems interact, thunderstorms, gusty winds, and rising temperatures are anticipated in the coming days. Here are the details:
Rainfall Expected in Several Regions
Multiple weather systems are active across the country. An upper air cyclonic circulation over East Bihar, a north-south trough from Chhattisgarh to the Gulf of Mannar, and other systems over Northeast Assam and South Tamil Nadu are expected to bring rainfall and thunderstorms.
Rainfall Forecast
|
Region |
Rainfall Outlook |
|
Northeast India |
Fairly widespread rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds (40-50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph) expected for 7 days. |
|
Assam & Meghalaya |
Heavy rain during April 24–27; very heavy rain on April 24 and 26. |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Heavy rain during April 24–27; very heavy rain on April 24. |
|
Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram & Tripura |
Heavy rain expected between April 24 and 26. |
|
South Peninsular India |
Isolated to scattered rainfall with thunderstorms over Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema for next 7 days. |
|
East India |
Rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds (40-50 kmph) likely from April 26–28. |
|
Jharkhand |
Isolated hailstorm expected on April 27. |
|
Western Himalayan Region |
Light rain with thunderstorms expected from April 24–26 due to a fresh western disturbance. |
Heat Wave and Temperature Alerts
While parts of India will witness rain, many regions will experience rising heat and severe heatwave conditions.
Temperature Forecast:
|
Region |
Temperature Trend |
|
Northwest India |
Gradual rise of 2–3°C over the next 7 days. |
|
East India |
Gradual rise of 2–3°C over next 2 days, followed by a fall of 3–4°C after 4 days. |
|
Gujarat |
No major change for 5 days; rise of 2–3°C expected afterward. |
|
Rest of India |
No significant temperature change expected. |
Heat Wave and Warm Night Warnings
With rising temperatures, heat wave conditions are expected to grip many parts of India. The IMD has also forecast warm nights and hot, humid weather in coastal and interior areas.
|
Region |
Alert Type |
Date Range |
|
West Madhya Pradesh |
Heat Wave |
April 24–29 |
|
East Madhya Pradesh |
Heat Wave |
April 24–27 |
|
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha |
Heat Wave |
April 24–26 |
|
West Rajasthan |
Heat Wave |
April 24–29 |
|
Punjab, Haryana & Delhi, East Rajasthan |
Heat Wave |
April 25–29 |
|
Heat Wave |
April 24–25 |
|
|
Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada |
Heat Wave |
April 24–25 |
|
Bihar, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal |
Warm Nights |
April 24–25 |
|
Tamil Nadu, Andhra, Kerala, Gujarat |
Hot & Humid Weather |
Various dates (see below) |
Hot & Humid Weather Forecast
|
Region |
Date Range |
|
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal |
April 24–26 |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
April 24 |
|
Gujarat |
April 24, 27–29 |
|
Konkan & Goa |
April 24 |
|
Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada |
April 24 |
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast
Delhi is bracing for hot weather, with heatwave conditions likely on April 25 and 26.
|
Date |
Sky Conditions |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
Special Note |
|
April 24 |
Mainly clear |
40–42 |
22–24 |
W winds 10–12 kmph → 18–20 kmph afternoon |
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|
April 25 |
Mainly clear |
41–43 |
23–25 |
W→NW, 10–16 kmph; easing at night |
Heat wave likely at isolated places |
|
April 26 |
Clear, becoming partly cloudy |
41–43 |
23–25 |
SW→W, 14–18 kmph; easing at night |
Heat wave likely at isolated places |
Residents in heatwave-prone areas are advised to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours, and take necessary precautions. Stay tuned to official IMD updates for any alerts or changes in the forecast.
