The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted intense rainfall activity across the western coast of India and neighboring regions, with the possibility of the Southwest Monsoon making landfall in Kerala within the next two days. Meanwhile, parts of northwestern India, including Rajasthan and Jammu & Kashmir, continue to reel under heatwave conditions. Here are the details
IMD reports that conditions are favorable for the Southwest Monsoon to set in over Kerala within the next two days. The monsoon is currently advancing, with its northern limit extending from the southern Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. In the coming days, rainfall associated with the monsoon is expected in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, and parts of Northeast India.
West Coast Braces for Intense Rainfall
A well-marked low-pressure area lies over the east-central Arabian Sea, off the south Konkan coast. This system is expected to intensify into a depression within the next 24 hours and move northwards. As a result, heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is likely over parts of the west coast, including Konkan & Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala, until the end of May.
|
Region |
Rainfall Intensity |
Key Dates |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
24rd–25th May |
|
Coastal Karnataka |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
24th–27th May |
|
South Interior Karnataka |
Very heavy rainfall |
24th–27th May |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
24th–26th May |
|
Madhya Maharashtra |
Extremely heavy rainfall (ghat areas) |
25th May |
|
Ghat areas of Tamil Nadu |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
25th–26th May |
South India: Wet and Stormy Week Ahead
Under the influence of the Arabian Sea low-pressure system and other cyclonic circulations, south India will witness widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema are also expected to see strong winds and isolated extreme rainfall by 26–27 May.
|
Region |
Weather Highlights |
|
Kerala & Karnataka |
Widespread rain, gusty winds (40–50 kmph), thunder |
|
Tamil Nadu (ghat areas) |
Extremely heavy rainfall (25–26 May) |
|
Telangana |
Isolated heavy rain and thunder |
|
Coastal Andhra & Rayalaseema |
Thundersquall (50–70 kmph) on 26–27 May |
Western India Forecast: Konkan, Maharashtra to Get Soaked
The west coast is likely to receive significant rainfall till 29 May. IMD warns of squally weather and very heavy rain, particularly in Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra. Gujarat will also see moderate rainfall with strong winds.
|
Region |
Weather Forecast |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Very heavy to extremely heavy rain (till 25 May) |
|
Madhya Maharashtra |
Heavy rain, thunderstorms (till 29 May) |
|
Marathwada |
Moderate rain, isolated heavy spells |
|
Gujarat |
Rainfall with gusty winds (Saurashtra & Kutch: 24 May) |
Northeast India Forecast: Consistent Rainfall Expected
Northeastern states are likely to witness widespread moderate rainfall with occasional heavy spells and thunderstorms. Gusty winds may also accompany rainfall activity.
|
States |
Rainfall Forecast |
|
Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya |
Heavy rain, lightning, winds (40–50 kmph) |
|
Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura |
Light to moderate rain with thunder |
East and Central India: Moderate Showers, Isolated Heavy Spells
Several states in central and eastern India are forecast to experience light to moderate rain with thunder. Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Vidarbha may see isolated heavy rain and strong winds.
|
Region |
Forecast Highlights |
|
Bihar, Odisha |
Isolated heavy rain, squally weather |
|
Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha |
Heavy rainfall (24 May) |
|
Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
Heavy rain (24–26 May) |
|
Sub-Himalayan WB & Sikkim |
Heavy rain (28–29 May) |
|
Madhya Pradesh |
Thunderstorms, gusty winds (up to 70 kmph) |
Northwest India: Heatwaves and Dust Storms Continue
Despite some scattered rainfall, northwestern India will continue to face heatwave conditions and dust storms, especially in Rajasthan. Isolated hailstorms are expected in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.
|
Region |
Weather Forecast |
|
West & East Rajasthan |
Heatwave, dust storm, gusty winds (40–70 kmph) |
|
Jammu, Himachal, Uttarakhand |
Thunderstorms, hail (24 May), heavy rain (Uttarakhand: 24–29 May) |
|
Punjab, Haryana, Delhi NCR |
Scattered rain, thunderstorm, gusty winds |
Delhi-NCR Weather Forecast
Delhi is expected to have partly cloudy skies with light rainfall and thunderstorms between 24 and 26 May. Temperatures will remain slightly below normal, offering relief from the summer heat.
|
Date |
Weather Details |
Temperature Range (°C) |
|
24 May |
Thunderstorm, rain, dust rising winds |
Max: 36–38, Min: 25–27 |
|
25 May |
Thundery developments, humid |
Max: 36–38, Min: 26–28 |
|
26 May |
Partly cloudy, possible thunderstorm |
Max: 39–41, Min: 27–29 |
Heatwave Alerts and Temperature Trends
Temperatures are expected to rise by 2–4°C in parts of northwest India over the next two days. Heatwave conditions will prevail in parts of Rajasthan, Jammu, and nearby regions until 27 May.
|
Region |
Heat Alert Period |
Conditions |
|
West Rajasthan |
24–27 May |
Severe heatwave, warm nights |
|
East Rajasthan |
24–25 May |
Heatwave, dust storms |
|
Jammu |
24–26 May |
Heatwave conditions |
|
Max Temp Trend |
Northwest India |
Rise by 2–4°C in next 2 days |
|
Rest of India |
No significant temperature change |
As the monsoon approaches Kerala and a low-pressure system strengthens over the Arabian Sea, many parts of India are expected to experience significant rainfall in the coming week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that the end of May will bring contrasting weather patterns: intense heat in the northwest and heavy rainfall along the southern and western coastal regions. Residents are advised to stay informed about local weather alerts and take necessary precautions.
