Weather Update: Heavy to Extremely Heavy Rainfall Forecast Across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Northeast States This Week

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued fresh alerts as monsoon activity picks up pace across the country. Several states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Meghalaya, are set to receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the next few days. From the hills of Himachal to the coasts of Kerala, widespread showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are expected to impact daily life this week. Here are the details

Northwest India Braces for Very Heavy to Extremely Heavy Rainfall

The weakening of a well-marked low-pressure system over northwest Madhya Pradesh, coupled with the presence of multiple troughs, is expected to cause intense rainfall activity in East Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and surrounding areas. Thunderstorms and lightning are also likely during the next 7 days.

West India to See Intense Showers in Gujarat and Maharashtra

A trough from the northeast Arabian Sea and other synoptic conditions are triggering strong monsoon activity in Gujarat, Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra, and surrounding regions. Northern Gujarat, in particular, is expected to experience extremely heavy rainfall.

Light to moderate showers are expected across the western region for the next 6–7 days.

Northeast India: Heavy Showers Continue, Meghalaya at Risk of Flooding

Due to a trough extending from North Bihar to Manipur and an upper air cyclonic circulation over North Bangladesh, northeastern states will continue receiving widespread rain. Meghalaya may see extremely heavy showers in upcoming days, raising flood concerns.

Thunderstorms, lightning, and continuous rainfall are likely to persist across the region.

East & Central India to Witness Broad Rainfall Coverage

Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha are set to receive widespread rainfall over the next few days. West Madhya Pradesh is expected to face extremely heavy rainfall, while isolated heavy showers will affect various other regions.

Gusty winds (30–40 kmph), lightning, and thunderstorms are expected to accompany the rainfall.

Southern India to See Moderate Showers and Strong Winds

Southern states like Kerala, Karnataka, and coastal Andhra Pradesh are likely to experience light to moderate rainfall over the week. Isolated heavy showers are expected in Kerala, Mahe, and parts of Karnataka.

Strong surface winds (40–50 kmph) are also expected to sweep across the southern peninsula.

Delhi/NCR Weather Update: Wet Spell to Continue Till 31st July

Delhi NCR region are set to witness a wet week with cloudy skies, thunderstorms, and moderate rainfall. Temperatures are expected to remain below normal during this period. Both day and night temperatures are forecast to be below normal by 1–5°C.

With multiple active weather systems in place, IMD has forecasted widespread rainfall across almost all regions of India. Extremely heavy rainfall alerts have been issued for parts of Rajasthan, Gujarat, West Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, and Bihar. Residents are advised to stay updated on local advisories, avoid waterlogged areas, and take necessary precautions during thunderstorms and high winds.