Weather Update Today: The monsoon appears to be fully active across northwestern states. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘Red Alert’ for rainfall in 15 states, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, for August 1. Squalls with speeds of up to 75 km/h are forecast during this period, and some areas may witness severe lightning strikes. Additionally, ‘Orange’ and ‘Red’ alerts have been issued for hilly states for the next three days, where landslides are likely. Schools in Gujarat have been closed due to the forecast of rain. Heavy rainfall is also expected in Maharashtra and Assam over the coming days, driven by a strong weather system forming over the Bay of Bengal. The Meteorological Department has advised people to exercise caution.
Alerts for 15 Indian States
According to the Meteorological Department, a cyclonic circulation is forming over Eastern Uttar Pradesh, significantly intensifying the monsoon. Rainfall alerts have been issued for Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Gujarat. Fishermen living near rivers and coastal areas have been advised to move to safer locations, and farmers have been urged to take precautions to protect their crops.
Weather Shift in UP and Bihar
Heavy rainfall is forecast for several districts in Uttar Pradesh. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain in Noida, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Saharanpur, Moradabad, Kanpur, Rampur, Mainpuri, Lalitpur, Sitapur, Bahraich, Kannauj, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, and Kushinagar. Maximum and minimum temperatures in the state are expected to hover around 33°C and 28°C, respectively. Severe weather conditions are expected in Bihar, with risks of stormy winds reaching speeds of 70 km/h and lightning strikes. Rain alerts have been issued for West Champaran, East Champaran, Siwan, Buxar, Rohtas, Kaimur, Madhepura, Purnia, Bhagalpur, Katihar, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Supaul, Banka, Munger, and Jamui.
States under Orange, Red, and Yellow Alerts
The Meteorological Department has issued a ‘Yellow Alert’ for Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry.
An ‘Orange Alert’ has been issued for Arunachal Pradesh, East Rajasthan, Goa, Karnataka, and Kerala.
A ‘Red Alert’ for rain is in place for Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, UP, and Bihar.
The monsoon will remain fully active between August 1 and August 5, creating a strong possibility of rainfall in the northwestern states.
The weather in Delhi-NCR is also likely to change starting August 1, potentially bringing rain to the region over the next few days.
Heavy Rain in Uttarakhand and Himachal
The Meteorological Department has also forecast heavy rain in the hilly states. An alert for intense rainfall has been issued for Uttarakhand on August 1; warnings have been issued for Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Nainital, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Haridwar, Tehri Garhwal, and Rishikesh. Good rainfall is also expected in Chamba, Kangra, Sirmaur, Kullu, Shimla, Kinnaur, Solan, and Mandi in Himachal Pradesh. Tourists and locals have been advised to exercise caution while traveling on mountain roads. Meanwhile, in Jammu & Kashmir, significant rainfall is likely in Jammu, Reasi, Ramban, Kathua, Rajouri, Kulgam, Poonch, Kupwara, and Pulwama. Given the inclement weather, people are urged to step out only if absolutely necessary and to avoid taking shelter under trees or weak structures. Heavy Rain in Assam and Gujarat
Several districts in Assam and Gujarat appear to remain affected by floods due to heavy rainfall. Relief and rescue operations are currently underway in these regions. The Meteorological Department has advised people to exercise caution, as further changes in the weather are expected over the coming days. Rain is also likely on Saturday, prompting the advisory for public caution, while the administration continues to closely monitor the situation. According to the India Meteorological Department, significant rainfall has commenced due to a low-pressure system formed over the Bay of Bengal. Additionally, three strong weather systems are moving towards North India, indicating a likelihood of continuous rainfall in the region over the next few days.
