India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across most parts of India till July 29, with several regions likely to witness heavy to extremely heavy downpours. The active monsoon phase is being driven by multiple weather systems including cyclonic circulations, a western disturbance, and a potential low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal. Here is the region-wise rainfall forecast issued by IMD:
South Peninsular India: Coastal Karnataka, Telangana to Receive Intense Showers
The IMD has issued a red alert for Coastal Karnataka, predicting extremely heavy rainfall till July 25. Other southern states including Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana are also set to witness intense showers, accompanied by strong surface winds up to 50 kmph.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Date |
|
Coastal Karnataka |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
July 24–25 |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
Heavy to very heavy rainfall |
July 24–29 |
|
South Interior Karnataka |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 24–29 |
|
Coastal Andhra Pradesh |
Heavy rainfall |
July 24–29 |
|
Telangana |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 24 |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 24–27 |
West India: Maharashtra Ghats, Gujarat to Experience Very Heavy Rains
West India is bracing for a fresh spell of intense rainfall with Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra expected to receive extremely heavy showers. Gujarat and Saurashtra & Kutch will also experience heavy rainfall between July 24 and 29, raising alerts for potential waterlogging and flooding in low-lying areas.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Date |
|
Konkan & Goa |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 24–29 |
|
Madhya Maharashtra (Ghats) |
Extremely heavy rainfall |
July 24–25 |
|
Marathwada |
Heavy rainfall |
July 26 |
|
Gujarat Region |
Heavy rainfall with very heavy spells |
July 24–29 |
|
Saurashtra & Kutch |
Heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 26–29 |
East & Central India: Odisha, Chhattisgarh to See Intense Monsoon Activity
Eastern and Central India are set for a very active monsoon week. Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of Jharkhand and Vidarbha are likely to see very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. The remnants of Tropical Cyclone WIPHA may also influence the rainfall patterns here.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Date |
|
Odisha |
Extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 25 |
|
East Madhya Pradesh |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 25–28 |
|
West Madhya Pradesh |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 26–28 |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms |
July 24–26 |
|
Vidarbha |
Very heavy rainfall |
July 25–27 |
|
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 25–27 |
|
|
Bihar, Gangetic WB |
Heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 24–28 |
|
Sub-Himalayan WB & Sikkim |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 25–27 |
Northwest India: Monsoon to Strengthen Over Hills and Plains
Between July 24 and 29, rain activity is expected to increase in Northwest India, particularly in the western Himalayan region. Isolated areas in Jammu & Kashmir, East Rajasthan, and parts of Uttarakhand may experience very heavy rainfall, along with thunderstorms and lightning in many regions.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Date |
|
Jammu & Kashmir |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 27–29 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 27–29 |
|
Rainfall likely every day |
July 24–29 |
|
|
Punjab, Haryana |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 24, 28 |
|
East Uttar Pradesh |
Heavy rainfall |
July 25–28 |
|
West Uttar Pradesh |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 26–29 |
|
East Rajasthan |
Very heavy rainfall at isolated places |
July 27–28 |
|
West Rajasthan |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 27–29 |
Northeast India: Daily Showers with Thunderstorms Likely
Rainfall in Northeast India will continue steadily, with moderate to heavy spells in some areas, particularly in Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh. Most regions will experience lightning and thunderstorm activity along with the rainfall.
|
Region |
Rainfall Forecast |
Date |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Light to moderate rainfall |
July 24–29 |
|
Assam & Meghalaya |
Isolated heavy rainfall |
July 24–29 |
|
Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura |
Thunderstorms with light rain |
July 24–29 |
Delhi-NCR: Cloudy Skies, Light Rain to Offer Relief from Heat
The capital region will enjoy below-normal temperatures and overcast skies throughout the week. Light rain and drizzles will occur intermittently, especially during evenings and nights, making for relatively pleasant weather for Delhiites.
|
Date |
Rainfall Forecast |
Region |
|
July 24 |
Very light rain with thunderstorms |
Delhi NCR |
|
July 25 |
Light rain, thunderstorms likely |
Delhi NCR |
|
July 26 |
Very light to light rain, cloudy skies |
Delhi NCR |
With multiple cyclonic circulations, an active monsoon trough, and a possible low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, India is entering a high-impact monsoon phase. The IMD advises people in vulnerable areas, especially coastal Karnataka, Odisha, and the Western Ghats, to stay alert for flooding and landslides. Those living in urban areas should be prepared for waterlogging, while hilly regions must take precautions against possible landslides. For real-time alerts and localized updates, visit the official IMD website.
