The southwest monsoon has reached Delhi, providing relief from heat. Heavy rainfall is expected across Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, and central India. The monsoon's rapid advance covers most of the country ahead of schedule, but also increases flood risks in western and southern regions.
IMD scientist Naresh Kumar stated that weather conditions in northwest India are expected to ease slightly as a western disturbance moves away. While moderate to heavy rainfall and high winds have affected the region, lighter to moderate showers are anticipated. A yellow alert is in place for several northern states.
Delhi-NCR experienced sudden rain and gusty winds on Thursday night, prompting the IMD to issue a red alert for severe thunderstorms, lightning, and winds up to 90 kmph. The change is due to a cyclonic circulation over Pakistan, expected to bring relief from heat.
Delhi experienced a pleasant weather change on Thursday, offering relief from heat. The IMD forecasts a wet spell across northwest India until June 13, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and hailstorms expected on June 11-12.
The India Meteorological Department has warned of a 2-4°C temperature increase across Northwest India starting April 20, with heatwave conditions expected in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Punjab. The IMD has issued yellow alerts for Central Chhattisgarh where Raipur recorded temperatures above 43°C. Relief is expected around April 23 when a Western Disturbance may arrive.
