New Delhi: Amidst active monsoon conditions, the weather is set to deteriorate once again across several parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department’s update, warnings for heavy rain and storms have been issued for approximately 20 states—including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Bihar—for today, September 4. Wind speeds could reach 70 to 80 km/h in several areas. There is a risk of landslides accompanying heavy rain in hilly states, while thunderstorms and lightning strikes are predicted for the eastern states.
Rain and Storm Alert for 20 States
States issued warnings for heavy rain and storms on September 4 include Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Tripura, Assam, Nagaland, Telangana, Kerala, West Bengal, Odisha, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. Many of these states also face the risk of strong winds, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes. The rainfall is likely to cause waterlogging in low-lying areas and a rise in the water levels of certain rivers.
Weather Forecast for Delhi Today
Delhi is expected to experience cloudy skies along with rain and storms today. Thunderstorms accompanied by rain are likely in some areas. According to the Meteorological Department, strong winds may blow across the city. The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to hover around 30–31 degrees Celsius today.
Heavy Rain Alert for These UP Districts
In Uttar Pradesh, heavy rain alerts have been issued for Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Agra, Mathura, Kanpur, Fatehpur, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, Varanasi, Jaunpur, Banda, Lalitpur, Firozabad, Azamgarh, Hamirpur, and Deoria. Strong winds blowing at speeds of 60 to 70 km/h are likely in these areas. In the capital, Lucknow, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 31 degrees Celsius, with a minimum of 26 degrees Celsius. Torrential Rain and Storms in Bihar
Warnings for heavy rain and storms have been issued for several districts in Bihar, including Patna, Jehanabad, Gaya, Bhojpur, Buxar, Siwan, Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Saharsa, Supaul, Bhagalpur, Purnia, Katihar, Munger, Khagaria, and Begusarai. Wind speeds could reach up to 50 km/h during this period. In Patna, the maximum temperature is expected to be 33°C and the minimum 27°C today.
Heavy Rain in Madhya Pradesh until September 5
According to the Meteorological Department, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely at several places in Madhya Pradesh on September 4 and 5, driven by a low-pressure area over northeastern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining regions. The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rain due to this weather system. Districts likely to experience intense rain and storms include Guna, Bhopal, Vidisha, Sagar, Gwalior, Damoh, Raisen, Mandsaur, Shivpuri, Neemuch, and Katni.
Weather Likely to Deteriorate in Jharkhand
Heavy rain and storms are expected in Jharkhand, specifically in Ranchi, Dhanbad, Deoghar, Bokaro, Jamshedpur, Seraikela, Giridih, Dumka, Khunti, Gumla, Simdega, East Singhbhum, Palamu, and Hazaribagh. Wind speeds could range from 40 to 50 km/h. In Ranchi, the maximum temperature is likely to be 28°C and the minimum 23°C.
Rain and Strong Winds in Uttarakhand
An alert for heavy rain and strong winds has been issued for Bageshwar, Pauri Garhwal, Nainital, Uttarkashi, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Rudraprayag in Uttarakhand. Wind speeds here could reach 50 to 60 km/h. In Dehradun, the maximum temperature is expected to be 26°C and the minimum 23°C. Rain in several areas of Himachal Pradesh
Heavy rainfall is likely in several areas of Himachal Pradesh—including Shimla, Kullu, Kangra, Bilaspur, Mandi, Solan, and Lahaul-Spiti—on September 4 and 5. Winds blowing at speeds of 60 to 70 km/h are expected in some places. In Manali, the maximum temperature is likely to be around 14°C, and the minimum around 7°C.
Thunderstorms in several districts of Jammu & Kashmir
Rain and thunderstorms are expected in the Anantnag, Kathua, Poonch, Jammu, Baramulla, Udhampur, Kishtwar, Rajouri, Ganderbal, Shopian, and Kulgam districts of Jammu & Kashmir. People in vulnerable areas have been advised to remain alert. In Srinagar, the maximum temperature is likely to be 28°C, and the minimum 17°C.
Impact of rain and storms in West Bengal
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Howrah, Darjeeling, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, Birbhum, Kolkata, Kalimpong, and Jalpaiguri districts of West Bengal. In Kolkata, the maximum temperature is likely to hover around 32°C, and the minimum around 27°C.
Alerts for Punjab and Rajasthan
Heavy rain and storms are expected in Jalandhar, Patiala, Sangrur, Pathankot, Bathinda, Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Gurdaspur in Punjab. Wind speeds here could reach 60 to 70 km/h. An alert for rain and strong winds has been issued for Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, Karauli, Dausa, Jaipur, Nagaur, Pali, Bharatpur, and Banswara in Rajasthan. In Jaipur, the maximum temperature is likely to be around 27°C, and the minimum around 24°C.
What precautions should people take?
People should avoid venturing into open areas during heavy rain and storms. Avoid standing under trees during lightning and keep an eye on the latest updates from the Meteorological Department. Travelers, especially those in hilly areas, need to exercise extra caution due to the risk of landslides and sudden rises in water levels. Heavy rainfall could cause river water levels to rise in several areas and lead to waterlogging.
