Following a period of scorching heat, recent light rains have brought relief to Delhi and other parts of Northwest India, courtesy of a persistent western disturbance. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports the presence of an intense western disturbance lingering as a cyclonic circulation over Afghanistan, along with several other cyclonic circulations and a trough over Uttar Pradesh.
Forecast and Alerts
Today, April 15, light to moderate rainfall, hail, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are expected over Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Heavy rain or snow is likely in Jammu and Himachal. Similar weather conditions may affect West Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Rajasthan.
Upcoming Days
In Delhi, light rain or thunderstorms are predicted on April 15, 19, and 20. Strong winds are anticipated over the next 5-7 days. Daytime temperatures are forecasted to be around 34°C until Wednesday, increasing to 35-36°C afterward.
Alert Levels
IMD has issued an orange alert (be prepared) for Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal, and a yellow watch (be updated) for Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi on Monday. On Thursday, Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh will be on yellow watch, joined by Himachal, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi on Friday.
Rainfall Performance
Northwest India has experienced a mixed bag of rainfall performances in April. While Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, and Ladakh have seen excess rains, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Himachal have received normal amounts. However, Punjab, Delhi, Jammu-Kashmir, and Rajasthan continue to grapple with precipitation deficiencies.
The region remains vigilant as sporadic rainfall and varied weather conditions persist.
