Rain in Delhi-Rajasthan, Hailstorm Alert Issued for UP and Other States

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported a significant shift in weather patterns across North India, including Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan. On Tuesday morning, several districts in Rajasthan, including Jaisalmer, experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds. Meanwhile, light rain was recorded in parts of Delhi-NCR under overcast skies. The weather office has issued an orange alert for Northwest India, predicting widespread rain and hailstorms over the next few days.

Orange Alert for Northwest India and Hilly Regions

According to IMD officials, a western disturbance is expected to trigger significant weather activities across Northwest India. Light to moderate rain and snowfall are predicted for Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand between April 7 and April 10. These hilly regions are also likely to witness thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms in isolated pockets. Authorities have been advised to monitor the situation as the weather remains volatile.

Rainfall and Wind Conditions in Delhi-NCR

In Delhi-NCR, light rain is expected to continue intermittently throughout the day, while the weather department forecasts that the intensity of winds could increase to 40-50km/h by Tuesday evening or night. The maximum temperature in the national capital is expected to hover between 30°C and 32°C, while the minimum temperature is likely to remain between 19°C and 21°C. Similar weather conditions are expected to persist in the region on Wednesday.

Hailstorm Warnings for Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan

The IMD has issued specific warnings for hailstorms in Eastern Rajasthan for Tuesday and in Eastern Uttar Pradesh for April 8. Western Uttar Pradesh may also witness hailstorms today. In states like Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh, rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected, with wind speeds reaching up to 60km/h in some areas. These gusty winds are likely to impact local weather conditions Notably over the next 48 hours.

Weather Forecast for Northeast and Southern States

Heavy rainfall is predicted for Arunachal Pradesh from April 7 to April 12. Other northeastern states, including Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, are also expected to receive rainfall on specific dates between April 8 and April 12. In South India, rain is likely in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana until April 9. Interior Karnataka is expected to experience thunderstorms and rain on April 9 and April 10.

Impact on Temperature and Regional Forecasts

The weather shift is also expected to affect Bihar and Jharkhand, where thunderstorms and high-speed winds are predicted for April 7 and 8. In Gujarat, rain accompanied by lightning is expected on April 7. According to the IMD, these atmospheric changes are part of a broader weather system affecting the Indian subcontinent, leading to a temporary dip in temperatures across several northern and eastern states.