Weather Warning: IMD Issues Heavy Rain, Dust Storm Alert for Delhi, UP, Bihar and Other States Till May 31
A fresh Weather Warning has been issued for several parts of India as extreme heatwave conditions continue to affect large areas of North India. States including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan are expected to witness severe weather activity between May 28 and May 31. According to the latest forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), residents may experience intense heat, heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, dust storms and strong winds over the coming days.
While scorching temperatures have made life difficult across Central and Northwest India, weather experts say relief may finally arrive from May 29 onwards as temperatures are expected to gradually fall in many regions.
Heatwave Continues to Trouble North India
Several parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Delhi have been reeling under intense heat over the past few days. The Meteorological Department has warned that severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue across Central and Northwest India for another two to three days.
However, changing weather patterns are expected to bring some relief. Rainfall activity, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely to lower temperatures in many northern states starting May 29.
Dust Storm and Rain Alert for Delhi, UP, Punjab and Haryana
The IMD has warned of dust storms and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 70 kmph in several states between May 28 and May 30.
Areas likely to be affected include:
Dust storms are especially likely in isolated parts of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan on May 28 and 29. Rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is also expected in Uttarakhand and Western Uttar Pradesh on May 29.
In Western Uttar Pradesh, weather conditions may turn severe between May 28 and May 31, with forecasts predicting:
Bihar and Eastern India to Receive Rain and Thunderstorms
Eastern India is likely to witness active rainfall over the next few days. The IMD has issued alerts for thunderstorms, lightning and moderate rainfall across Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand.
Weather forecast for Eastern India:
The department has also warned of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in some eastern regions over the next two to three days.
Northeast India Braces for Heavy Rainfall
Several northeastern states are expected to witness unstable weather conditions with rain, thunderstorms and strong winds.
IMD forecast for Northeast India:
Authorities have advised people in vulnerable regions to remain cautious during periods of intense rainfall and thunderstorms.
Rainfall Activity to Continue in South India
Southern states are also expected to witness wet weather conditions over the coming days.
Forecast for South Peninsular India:
Relief From Heat Likely After May 29
Weather experts believe the approaching rainfall activity and strong winds could help bring down temperatures across many parts of North India. Residents suffering from the ongoing heatwave may finally experience some relief as cloud cover and rain showers increase from May 29 onwards.
People are advised to stay updated with local weather advisories and avoid unnecessary travel during thunderstorms, heavy rain or dust storm conditions.
While scorching temperatures have made life difficult across Central and Northwest India, weather experts say relief may finally arrive from May 29 onwards as temperatures are expected to gradually fall in many regions.
Heatwave Continues to Trouble North India
Several parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Delhi have been reeling under intense heat over the past few days. The Meteorological Department has warned that severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue across Central and Northwest India for another two to three days.
However, changing weather patterns are expected to bring some relief. Rainfall activity, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely to lower temperatures in many northern states starting May 29.
Dust Storm and Rain Alert for Delhi, UP, Punjab and Haryana
The IMD has warned of dust storms and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 70 kmph in several states between May 28 and May 30.
Areas likely to be affected include:
- Delhi
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Chandigarh
- Western Uttar Pradesh
- Rajasthan
Dust storms are especially likely in isolated parts of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan on May 28 and 29. Rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is also expected in Uttarakhand and Western Uttar Pradesh on May 29.
In Western Uttar Pradesh, weather conditions may turn severe between May 28 and May 31, with forecasts predicting:
- Rainfall
- Thunderstorms
- Lightning
- Hailstorms
- Gusty winds
Bihar and Eastern India to Receive Rain and Thunderstorms
Eastern India is likely to witness active rainfall over the next few days. The IMD has issued alerts for thunderstorms, lightning and moderate rainfall across Bihar, Odisha and Jharkhand.
Weather forecast for Eastern India:
- Bihar and Odisha may receive rain and thunderstorms from May 27 to May 31
- Jharkhand is expected to witness similar weather conditions till June 1
- Strong winds and thunderstorms are likely in Bihar on May 28 and 29
- Sikkim may experience rain and thunderstorms till May 29
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands are likely to receive rainfall till June 2
The department has also warned of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in some eastern regions over the next two to three days.
Northeast India Braces for Heavy Rainfall
Several northeastern states are expected to witness unstable weather conditions with rain, thunderstorms and strong winds.
IMD forecast for Northeast India:
- Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura may receive light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning on May 27 and 28
- Heavy rainfall is likely in these states again between May 30 and June 2
- Assam and Meghalaya may witness isolated heavy rainfall on May 28 and June 2
- Arunachal Pradesh is likely to receive heavy rain on June 1 and 2
Authorities have advised people in vulnerable regions to remain cautious during periods of intense rainfall and thunderstorms.
Rainfall Activity to Continue in South India
Southern states are also expected to witness wet weather conditions over the coming days.
Forecast for South Peninsular India:
- Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal and Interior Karnataka are likely to receive light to moderate rain from May 27 to June 2
- Thunderstorms and strong winds are expected in South Interior Karnataka on May 28
- Kerala and Mahe may witness heavy rainfall on June 1 and 2
- Lakshadweep is also likely to receive heavy rain during the same period
Relief From Heat Likely After May 29
Weather experts believe the approaching rainfall activity and strong winds could help bring down temperatures across many parts of North India. Residents suffering from the ongoing heatwave may finally experience some relief as cloud cover and rain showers increase from May 29 onwards.
People are advised to stay updated with local weather advisories and avoid unnecessary travel during thunderstorms, heavy rain or dust storm conditions.
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