Residents of Delhi, NCR, Haryana, and Rajasthan are urged to brace themselves as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a weather forecast warning of four days of rainfall, snowfall, thunderstorms, and hailstorms spanning from April 26th to April 29th. This alert encompasses several regions across North India, including Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Overview of Weather Conditions:
- Heatwave Conditions: Despite prevailing severe heatwaves across many North Indian states, with temperatures soaring above 42 degrees Celsius, a significant shift in the weather pattern is anticipated.
- Rainfall and Thunderstorms: The IMD’s forecast promises respite from the scorching heat, with anticipated rainfall and thunderstorms, particularly in the northwestern states.
Detailed Forecast:
- Western Himalayan Region: Anticipated to witness bouts of rainfall, snowfall, and thunderstorms throughout the forecast period.
- Northwestern Plains: Rainfall is predicted for the plains, encompassing regions such as Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi, from April 26th to April 28th.
- Rajasthan and Western Uttar Pradesh: Alert issued for rain, thunderstorms, and lightning on April 26th.
- Hailstorms: Punjab and Haryana are expected to experience hail on April 26th and 27th, with Eastern Rajasthan facing similar conditions on April 26th.
Current Weather Challenges:
- Heatwave: Eastern Uttar Pradesh and other areas currently grapple with heatwave conditions, rendering daily activities increasingly challenging amidst the sweltering temperatures.
Recent Weather Activities:
- Over the past 24 hours, states such as West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, interior Karnataka, and coastal Andhra Pradesh have endured heatwaves. Conversely, regions including Arunachal Pradesh, Eastern Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Central Maharashtra, Marathwada, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Tripura have witnessed light to moderate rainfall. Additionally, instances of hailstorms have been reported in Eastern Madhya Pradesh and Central Maharashtra.
As North India braces for these imminent weather fluctuations, residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.
