The impact of the monsoon is visible across the country. Heavy rains in several states have caused difficulties for the public. Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has issued a rainfall alert for 22 states, effective over the next few hours. According to the department, very heavy rainfall is likely in Bihar, West Bengal, and Northeast India (such as Assam and Meghalaya) over the next 3-4 days. On the other hand, hot winds are expected in Andhra Pradesh and surrounding areas until July 15, while Odisha and Tamil Nadu will experience hot and humid weather. Yesterday, the department issued alerts for rain, thunderstorms, and squalls across 18 states.
Which states will receive rain?
The Meteorological Department has stated that rainfall is likely in 22 states over the next few hours. These include Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Sikkim, and Assam.
No rain in Delhi-NCR; humidity to cause discomfort
The weather in Delhi and its surrounding areas is set to change following recent rains. There is very little chance of rain in Delhi between July 14 and July 18. Although the sky will remain partly cloudy, sunshine will cause temperatures to rise, and humidity will cause discomfort to residents.
Heavy rain alert for UP, Bihar, and Jharkhand
Very heavy rainfall is likely in Bihar on July 14 and 15. Subsequently, heavy rain spells will continue in several districts until July 19.
Rain is forecast for Uttar Pradesh between July 14 and 19. A warning for heavy rain has been issued specifically for Eastern Uttar Pradesh from July 17 to 19.
Jharkhand is expected to receive good rainfall from July 14 to 17. Lightning and strong winds are also predicted during this period.
Weather in hilly regions and Rajasthan
There is a risk of heavy rain and lightning strikes in Uttarakhand between July 15 and 19. Himachal Pradesh may witness heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms on July 18 and 19.
A warning for heavy rain accompanied by strong winds has also been issued for Jammu & Kashmir for July 18 and 19.
Meanwhile, the weather in Rajasthan is expected to remain clear on July 14; the Meteorological Department has not issued any rainfall alert.
