The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for thunderstorms, rain, and strong winds in several states, including UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand. A heatwave warning has been issued for Western Rajasthan.
आज का मौसम 8 मई को अगले 48 घंटों में उत्तराखंड समेत 12 राज्यों में तूफानी बारिश और राजस्थान-गुजरात में लू की चेतावनी
While the month of May typically brings scorching heat and heatwaves, this time around, the weather has taken a different turn in several parts of the country. In many North Indian states—including Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh—temperatures remain moderate due to strong winds and rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the possibility of rain, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes across Northwest India between May 10 and May 13. During this period, strong winds gusting at speeds of 40 to 70 kilometers per hour may prevail.
New Western Disturbance to Become Active in North India
According to the Meteorological Department, a fresh spell of rain and strong winds may commence in Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand between May 11 and May 13. Rain accompanied by thunderstorms is also likely in Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall has been forecast for several locations across the northeastern states.
Weather activity remains dynamic in South India as well. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next 6 to 7 days. These regions may also experience strong, gusty winds. Conversely, a heatwave alert has been issued for Western Rajasthan and Gujarat for the period between May 9 and May 13.
Heat to Intensify in Delhi; Storms and Rain to Impact UP
While no immediate rainfall is forecast for the national capital, Delhi, daytime temperatures are expected to rise between May 8 and May 12. According to the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature could hover around the 40-degree mark. On Friday, the capital recorded a maximum temperature of 34 degrees and a minimum temperature of 23 degrees. Between May 9 and May 13, the maximum temperature is expected to range from 36 to 39 degrees, while the minimum temperature is likely to remain around 25 degrees. However, a slight dip in temperatures is anticipated after May 12.
An alert for storms and rain has been issued for Uttar Pradesh for the period between May 8 and May 13. According to the IMD, the activation of a new Western Disturbance could trigger strong winds blowing at speeds of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour across western and eastern Uttar Pradesh. Light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is forecast for Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Meerut, Agra, and Bareilly.
Weather to Change in Bihar, Uttarakhand, and Himachal as Well
In Bihar, thunderstorms, strong winds, and rainfall are predicted between May 8 and May 11. A warning regarding strong winds has been issued for several districts, including Patna. Light to moderate rainfall is likely in Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, Purnia, Darbhanga, and Begusarai. The Meteorological Department states that while there will be no significant change in the state’s temperature, humidity levels may rise. There is also a possibility of sudden severe squalls and lightning strikes in certain areas.
In Uttarakhand, light rainfall and lightning are expected in Dehradun, Nainital, Haridwar, Pithoragarh, Almora, and Chamoli. The weather in the hilly regions could change abruptly. Furthermore, a fresh spell of rainfall is expected to commence across the state between May 11 and May 13. Himachal Pradesh will also experience the impact of the Western Disturbance. Light rainfall is likely in Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Mandi, Kullu, and Chamba, while snowfall is predicted for the higher-altitude regions.
Varying Impacts in Rajasthan and Jharkhand
In Rajasthan, the weather conditions will remain bifurcated. Eastern Rajasthan will experience the effects of rainfall and strong winds, whereas a heatwave alert has been issued for Western Rajasthan from May 9 to May 13. Light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is likely in Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur, Bharatpur, and Ajmer. Conversely, temperatures could rise sharply in Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner, and Jodhpur.
In Jharkhand, rainfall accompanied by strong winds is predicted for May 11 and May 12. Weather conditions are expected to change in Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Hazaribagh, and Dumka. A warning has been issued for strong winds blowing at speeds of 50 to 60 kilometers per hour in certain areas on May 9 and 10.
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