IMD Weather Forecast: Heavy Rainfall Predicted Across India, Strong Winds Likely in Delhi-NCR

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Tue, 29 Apr 2025 17:46:00 IST
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Brace for a weather rollercoaster as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a mix of rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across various regions of the country. From the hills of the northeast to the southern coasts, shifting weather systems are expected to impact daily life over the next few days.


Eastern and Central India: Rains, Thunderstorms, and Hail Alert


  • East Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Odisha will continue to see scattered to widespread moderate rainfall, thunder, and lightning till May 2.
  • Hailstorms could strike parts of Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Odisha on April 29.
  • Bihar and Odisha are on alert for heavy rain between April 29 and May 1.
  • The ongoing cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam and north Bangladesh is driving much of this unstable weather in the region.

Northeast India: Heavy Showers and Gusty Winds


  • The Northeast is bracing for fairly widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds up to 60 kmph over the next five days.
  • States like Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, and Arunachal Pradesh will be particularly affected by heavy downpours.
  • Guwahati has already seen rain, while East Sikkim reported fresh snowfall on April 28.

Southern States: Rainfall to Linger Longer


  • Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala are in for isolated to scattered rains and thunderstorms till May 5.
  • North interior Karnataka may witness thundersqualls from April 29 to May 2. Hailstorms are likely on April 30 and May 1.
  • Kerala and Mahe will see heavier spells of rain through April 30.

Delhi-NCR: Cloudy Skies, Evening Thunder, and Winds


  • Delhiites can expect partly cloudy skies and possible thundery developments on April 29.
  • Daytime temperatures will hover around 38-40°C, while nights will be cooler at 24-26°C.
  • Strong surface winds touching 30 kmph are expected on April 30 and May 1.
  • The Delhi Airport has warned of possible flight delays due to shifting wind patterns.

Heatwave Watch: North and West Sizzle


  • Heatwave conditions will continue in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, West Rajasthan, and Punjab till April 30.
  • Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Gujarat, and Marathwada will face hot and humid weather till May 1.

With varied weather across the country, residents are advised to stay updated with local forecasts and take precautions, whether it's to beat the heat or stay dry during heavy showers.