Weather Update for the Next Few Days
In the next three days, rain is expected in 14 states across the country. Today, Delhi is experiencing rainfall, and the Meteorological Department has indicated that thunderstorms may bring light to moderate rain in various regions.
Rain Forecast for Delhi and NCR
Due to western disturbances, areas in Delhi and the National Capital Region are likely to see rain today. The department has also warned of strong winds in these areas.
States Expected to Experience Rain
Light to moderate rainfall is anticipated in many states in the next 24 hours, with some areas experiencing heavier downpours. Hail may also occur in certain regions. On February 20, 22, and 23, thunderstorms and lightning, along with strong winds (30–40 km/h), are expected in Bihar and coastal West Bengal.
Strong Winds in Several States
In addition to the rain, states such as Jharkhand, Odisha, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh may experience strong winds (30-40 km/h) along with light to moderate rainfall and lightning. Uttar Pradesh may witness light rain on the 20th.
Upcoming Rain from February 24
A new western disturbance is expected to affect northwest India starting February 24. Under its influence, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand may receive moderate rainfall or snowfall on February 24 and 25. Additionally, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are forecasted to experience rain between February 20 and 23, with strong winds (30–40 km/h) expected.
Temperature Changes Across States
The Meteorological Department reported that the day temperatures in some places in Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, Saurashtra, and Kutch have increased by 1-3 degrees Celsius over the last 24 hours. States like Haryana, Assam, Meghalaya, West Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal also saw temperature increases. In contrast, some areas in Odisha experienced a drop in temperature by 1-3 degrees Celsius.
In Bihar, Jharkhand, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, temperatures were above normal by 2.0 °C to 5.0 °C. Meanwhile, temperatures in Jammu and Kashmir, Eastern Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and parts of Karnataka may rise by 1-4 degrees Celsius.
Weather Information Summary
| States | Weather Conditions | Rainfall Dates | Wind Speed | Temperature Changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi & NCR | Light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms | February 20, 22, 23 | 30-40 km/h | Increased by 1-3 °C |
| Bihar, West Bengal | Thunderstorms, strong winds | February 20, 22, 23 | 30-40 km/h | Above normal by 2.0 °C to 5.0 °C |
| Jharkhand, Odisha, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh | Light to moderate rainfall, strong winds | February 20 | 30-40 km/h | Increased by 1-3 °C |
| Uttar Pradesh | Light rain | February 20 | N/A | N/A |
| Northwest India (Jammu, Himachal, Uttarakhand) | Moderate rainfall/snowfall | February 24, 25 | N/A | N/A |
| Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura | Rain | February 20-23 | 30-40 km/h | N/A |
