India is bracing for a dynamic shift in weather as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reports the return of active western disturbances over the northern belt, leading to widespread rain, thunderstorms, and even snowfall in higher altitudes. While the northern hilly regions remain under a cold spell, plains and eastern states prepare for an early rise in temperatures and possible heatwaves.
Snowfall, Rain, and Thunderstorms in North and Northeast India
Late-night snowfall blanketed parts of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand, significantly dropping temperatures in these regions. The chill has returned, offering residents a brief winter reprise before the summer heat sets in.
However, as winter officially recedes in the plains, states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand are transitioning into early summer conditions. IMD forecasts indicate that these states may soon face severe heatwaves, which are typically expected to start from April but may arrive earlier this year.
Meanwhile, several northeastern and eastern states are on alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms.
Rainfall and Storm Predictions:
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Heavy Rainfall: Andhra Pradesh
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Rain and Lightning: West Bengal, Sikkim
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Hailstorms Likely: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Telangana
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Strong Winds Forecast: Odisha, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya
Delhi Weather Forecast: Rising Temperatures Ahead
Delhi will remain mostly clear on Tuesday, March 25, with the maximum temperature likely to reach 37°C and minimum at 17°C. The heat is expected to intensify on March 26 and 27, with wind activity picking up by the afternoon of March 27.
Between March 28 and 30, IMD predicts partly cloudy skies, but no significant relief from rising temperatures is expected. Residents should prepare for hot and dry conditions, especially during the daytime.
Pre-Monsoon Season on the Horizon
According to meteorological experts, pre-monsoon activity is likely to begin in early April, marking a seasonal shift characterized by rising temperatures, high humidity, and occasional convective thunderstorms.
April and May are considered the pre-monsoon months in India, often marked by intense heat spells and localized rainfall events. Weather monitoring agency Skymet reports that humidity levels will rise, worsening heat conditions across central and eastern India. The first major heatwave of 2025 could begin as early as the first week of April.
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