Heavy rainfall continues across several states in the country. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for rain and strong winds on August 30 for several states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. Wind speeds could reach 60 to 70 kilometers per hour in some areas.
There is also a risk of landslides in hilly states due to heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, heavy rains could cause water levels in several rivers to rise. Farmers have been advised to exercise caution, as strong winds and hailstorms could damage crops.
Rain and Storm Alert for 16 States
According to the Meteorological Department, the impact of rain and storms may be seen today in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. Heavy rainfall is also likely in several parts of Northeast India. Multiple active weather systems are cited as the reason for these weather changes, which could intensify the rainfall in the coming hours.
What Will the Weather Be Like in Delhi Today?
Moderate to heavy rain is likely in several areas of Delhi today. Strong winds are also expected, with speeds potentially reaching 60 to 70 kilometers per hour. The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to be around 36 degrees Celsius, and the minimum around 27 degrees Celsius.
Heavy Rain Alert for Uttar Pradesh
Heavy rain and storms are likely in several districts of Uttar Pradesh today. Adverse weather conditions may prevail in districts including Meerut, Mathura, Muzaffarnagar, Agra, Chitrakoot, Banda, Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Kanpur, Badaun, Azamgarh, Sitapur, Jalaun, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Jhansi, Lalitpur, Gorakhpur, and Prayagraj.
Impact of Heavy Rain and Strong Winds in Bihar
An alert for heavy rain and strong winds has been issued for several districts in Bihar. Strong winds accompanied by rain are likely in Patna, Siwan, Saran, Bhojpur, Vaishali, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Purnia, Katihar, Madhepura, Kishanganj, Begusarai, Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Munger, Saharsa, and Supaul.
Rain and storm alert for Jharkhand
Heavy rain is expected in several districts of Jharkhand, including Jamshedpur, Bokaro, Dumka, Ranchi, West Singhbhum, Seraikela, Palamu, Dhanbad, Sahibganj, and Hazaribagh.
Landslide risk in Uttarakhand
Thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rain are likely in several parts of Uttarakhand. Weather conditions may remain inclement in Rishikesh, Dehradun, Nainital, Bageshwar, Almora, Pithoragarh, Champawat, Chamoli, Haridwar, and Rudraprayag. There is a risk of landslides and road disruptions due to heavy rainfall in the hilly regions.
Heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh
Rain spells are likely to continue in several parts of Himachal Pradesh on August 30 and 31. Heavy rainfall is expected in Shimla, Mandi, Kullu, Kangra, Bilaspur, Solan, and Lahaul-Spiti. Strong winds may blow in some areas.
Rain and thunderstorms in Jammu & Kashmir
Rain and thunderstorms are likely in Kulgam, Anantnag, Kathua, Poonch, Jammu, Baramulla, Udhampur, Kishtwar, Ganderbal, Shopian, and Reasi districts of Jammu & Kashmir.
Likelihood of heavy rain in West Bengal
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, Birbhum, Kolkata, Howrah, and Kalimpong districts of West Bengal. In Kolkata, the maximum temperature is forecast to be around 31°C and the minimum around 27°C today. Inclement weather in Punjab and Rajasthan as well
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in Punjab’s Pathankot, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Sangrur, Bathinda, Gurdaspur, Kapurthala, and Ludhiana.
Rain and strong winds are expected in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Baran, Ajmer, Karauli, Dausa, Nagaur, Pali, Bharatpur, and Sikar.
Storm and rain alert for Madhya Pradesh too
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior, Shivpuri, Guna, Vidisha, Sagar, Damoh, Raisen, Bhopal, Mauganj, Maihar, Morena, Sheopur, Jhabua, Khargone, Khandwa, Jabalpur, Neemuch, and Indore.
