The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a dynamic weather week ahead, with multiple weather systems set to influence regions across the country. With snowfall expected in the Himalayan regions, heavy rain in the South, and dense fog in parts of North India, the week ahead will bring a mix of weather conditions. Here’s what you need to know to stay prepared.
Western Disturbances to Bring Rainfall and Snowfall
A fresh western disturbance over West Iran and another anticipated system from February 1, 2025, will impact the Western Himalayan Region. Under their influence:
|
Region |
Rainfall/Snowfall Dates |
Intensity |
|
Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad |
January 29 - February 3, 2025 |
Scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
January 29 - February 3, 2025 |
Isolated to scattered |
|
Uttarakhand |
January 31 - February 3, 2025 |
Isolated to scattered |
|
Punjab, Haryana, West Uttar Pradesh |
January 31 - February 3, 2025 |
Isolated light to moderate |
|
Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh |
February 3, 2025 |
Isolated light rainfall |
|
Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha |
February 2-3, 2025 |
Isolated light rainfall |
Cyclonic Circulation Over East Bangladesh
A cyclonic circulation over East Bangladesh will influence northeastern states, leading to:
|
Region |
Dates |
Weather Events |
|
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim |
- |
Light to moderate rainfall; isolated hailstorm |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
January 29-30, 2025 |
Light to moderate rainfall; heavy on January 30 |
|
Assam & Meghalaya |
January 29-30, 2025 |
Light to moderate rainfall |
Easterly Wave Impacts Southern India
Easterly waves will cause significant weather activity in southern states. Highlights include:
|
Region |
Dates |
Weather Events |
|
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal |
January 30-31, 2025 |
Heavy rainfall at isolated places |
|
Kerala & Mahe |
January 30 - February 1, 2025 |
Isolated heavy rainfall on January 31 |
|
South Interior Karnataka |
February 1, 2025 |
Light to moderate rainfall |
Temperature Forecast
IMD has predicted mixed trend in temperatures over the next week:
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Northwest, Central, and East India: Gradual rise in minimum temperatures by 2-4°C over the next 4 days.
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Maharashtra: Steady temperatures for 2 days followed by a drop of 2-3°C.
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Rest of the Country: No significant temperature change.
Cold Wave and Fog Alerts
Cold wave conditions and dense fog are expected in specific regions:
|
Region |
Cold Wave/Fog Warnings |
Dates |
|
Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana |
Cold wave in isolated pockets |
- |
|
Dense to very dense fog at night/early morning |
Until January 31, 2025 |
|
|
Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh |
Dense fog |
Until January 29, 2025 |
|
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim |
Dense fog |
January 29-31, 2025 |
|
Bihar, Gangetic West Bengal, Coastal Odisha |
Dense fog |
Until January 31, 2025 |
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (January 29-31, 2025)
Delhi/NCR will see a mix of clear and partly cloudy skies with smog and shallow fog during mornings and nights. Calm winds will dominate, creating stable yet misty conditions.
|
Date |
Sky Condition |
Wind Direction/Speed |
Other Notes |
|
January 29 |
Generally cloudy, clearing by evening |
Southeast, 4-10 kmph |
Smog/shallow fog in morning |
|
January 30 |
Partly cloudy |
Southeast, 4-8 kmph |
Smog/mist likely at night |
|
January 31 |
Clear sky |
Southeast, 4-8 kmph |
Smog/shallow fog in morning |
Residents are advised to stay cautious during periods of dense fog and smog, especially during morning and night hours. Avoid unnecessary travel in low visibility conditions, and wear masks to reduce exposure to air pollution. In areas expecting heavy rainfall or snowfall, follow local safety guidelines and stay updated with weather alerts.
