Introduction
As the countdown to the
monsoon begins, India’s weather has taken a dramatic turn. After weeks of
scorching heat and severe heatwaves, residents across northern and central
India can expect relief. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has
issued alerts for hailstorms, dust storms, and heavy rainfall across 19
states until May 31, 2026.
IMD Weather Alerts
- States under alert:
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh,
Delhi, Rajasthan, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, Jammu
& Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh,
Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Goa.
- Wind speeds:
- Bihar & Jharkhand: Gusts up to 70
km/h
- Other regions: 40–50 km/h
- Rainfall forecast:
- Central Maharashtra: Heavy rain on May
30
- Konkan & Goa: Rain on May 31
- Gujarat: Localized heavy rain May
31 – June 2
Monsoon Progress
- IMD confirms favorable conditions for
the southwest monsoon to advance into the Arabian Sea and Bay of
Bengal within 2–3 days.
- Kerala Arrival:
Expected within the next 7 days, marking the official onset of
monsoon in mainland India.
- Seasonal Outlook:
Rainfall projected at 90% of the Long Period Average (LPA),
slightly below normal. Northeastern India likely to see near‑normal rains.
Regional Highlights
- Delhi:
Overcast skies dropped temperatures to the lowest in 21 days.
- Rajasthan:
Extreme heat continues, but thunderstorms and rainfall expected soon.
- Himachal Pradesh:
Rain and hail until June 4, with winds of 40–50 km/h.
- Uttarakhand:
Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall in higher altitudes.
- South Bengal & Kolkata:
Intense storms with heavy rain and strong winds.
Conclusion
India is entering a
crucial transition period — from relentless heatwaves to turbulent pre‑monsoon
storms. With the monsoon expected to hit Kerala within a week, residents
across the country can look forward to much‑needed relief, though vigilance is
advised due to strong winds, lightning, and localized flooding.