Pre-Monsoon Storms: Heavy Rain and Hail Expected Across North India

Significant parts of India are currently under a weather watch as pre-monsoon showers and severe thunderstorms are predicted for 17 states. The transition from the peak summer heat to the rainy season is often marked by such violent weather episodes. The latest forecast indicates a period of turbulent weather characterized by heavy rain and intense lightning. States like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir are particularly vulnerable, as the rainfall could lead to minor landslides or road blockages in hilly terrain. Furthermore, the storm system is expected to reach as far as West Bengal, Assam, and Tripura, bringing high-speed winds of up to 90 kmph. This sudden change marks a definitive end to the recent dry spell across the northern plains.