India Weather Update: Heatwave To Continue In Several States As Rainfall Activity Expands

Large parts of North and Central India continue to face intense heatwave conditions as temperatures remain extremely high across several regions. Residents in many states have been struggling with scorching daytime temperatures for the past several days, prompting weather authorities to issue severe heat-related alerts.

At the same time, the India Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds in multiple southern, eastern and northeastern states over the coming days. According to the latest weather bulletin, contrasting weather systems are expected to influence different regions simultaneously until the end of May.

Heatwave Conditions Likely To Continue Across North India

The Meteorological Department has warned that severe heatwave conditions are expected to persist across Central and Northwest India for the next seven days.

Several parts of North India are likely to remain under intense heat stress, with daytime temperatures staying significantly above normal levels. Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious during afternoon hours and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Weather officials have also indicated that maximum temperatures may begin declining gradually from 29 May, offering some relief after the prolonged spell of extreme heat.

Eastern and adjoining peninsular regions may also continue experiencing heatwave conditions over the next few days before weather patterns start changing.

Heavy Rainfall Forecast For Northeastern States

While northern states battle rising temperatures, the northeastern region is expected to witness substantial rainfall activity.

The weather department has forecast heavy rain at isolated places in Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura on 25, 29 and 30 May. Similar rainfall activity is also expected in Arunachal Pradesh during the initial phase of the forecast period.

Assam and Meghalaya are likely to experience continuous rainfall activity between 25 and 29 May, with heavy showers possible in several areas.

Meteorologists believe moisture-laden winds and regional atmospheric conditions are contributing to increased rainfall across the northeastern states.

Kerala And Lakshadweep May Witness Thunderstorms

Southern coastal regions are also expected to experience unstable weather conditions during the coming days.

The Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds in Kerala, Mahe and Lakshadweep between 24 and 28 May.

Weather officials have advised residents in coastal and low-lying areas to remain alert, especially during periods of heavy rain and lightning activity.

Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are also likely to experience thunderstorms and gusty winds during the same period.

Rain And Wind Activity Expected In Telangana And Eastern India

Telangana is likely to witness scattered rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds between 24 and 30 May.

In eastern India, light to moderate rain has been forecast for Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha during the final week of May. Bihar may also witness thunderstorms and lightning activity over the next few days.

Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are expected to receive moderate rainfall along with gusty winds and thunderstorm conditions until 26 May.

Meteorologists say such weather activity may provide temporary relief from rising temperatures in some regions.

Western Himalayan States May Receive Rain And Hailstorms

The weather department has also issued rainfall alerts for several northern hill states.

Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh may receive scattered rainfall on 25 May and again between 28 and 30 May. Uttarakhand is also expected to witness rain and thunderstorm activity on multiple days during the forecast period.

Authorities have additionally warned of isolated hailstorm activity in Himachal Pradesh on 29 May.

Strong winds accompanied by thunderstorms are likely in parts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh on 28 and 29 May, while Western Uttar Pradesh may experience similar conditions on 29 and 30 May.

Weather Patterns Showing Signs Of Change

The contrasting weather conditions across different regions highlight the transitional phase currently affecting the country before the full advancement of monsoon activity.

While northern states continue dealing with severe heat, increased rainfall activity in southern and northeastern regions indicates gradual atmospheric changes taking shape.

Experts continue advising residents to monitor official weather updates regularly, particularly in regions vulnerable to thunderstorms, lightning, heatwaves or heavy rainfall.