A strange weather pattern is unfolding in Delhi. While the city grapples with intense heat and humidity, areas just a short distance away, like Meerut and Mathura, are drenched in rain. The weather department has issued a rain alert for these regions, lasting through September 18th. In a curious twist, Delhi is predicted to stay dry, with no rain expected for the next five days, extending to September 22nd.
Delhi hasn’t seen any rain since September 8th. According to the IMD, Delhi will experience clear skies and sunshine until September 22nd, with a maximum temperature possibly reaching 34 degrees Celsius and a low of around 24 degrees Celsius.
Meerut is situated roughly 82 km from Delhi. Mathura is located approximately 183 km away. Both of these areas are under a 48-hour rain alert, with forecasts of cloudy conditions and potential thunderstorms. The maximum temperature is predicted to be 34 degrees Celsius, and the minimum around 25 degrees Celsius.
The monsoon season is still ongoing, causing significant rainfall across numerous states. Mountainous areas, particularly in Uttarakhand, are experiencing severe destruction due to heavy rain. A cloudburst hit Dehradun on Tuesday, triggering landslides and intense rainfall in the Sahastradhara region. The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in several states.
Heavy rainfall has begun in Uttar Pradesh. Today, parts of western UP and many locations in eastern UP can anticipate rain and thunderstorms. Some areas of eastern UP might experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. Both regions could encounter thunderstorms and lightning. Over the next 3-4 days, the Purvanchal, Madhyanchal, and Terai districts might see thunderstorms and moderate, or even heavy, rainfall.
Bihar is likely to experience heavy rainfall until September 19th. Rain is also anticipated in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and western Madhya Pradesh today. Eastern Madhya Pradesh could also see rainfall. West Bengal and Odisha are expected to receive rain as well. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim could face heavy rainfall through September 18th. Rain is also expected in central Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Vidarbha.
Regarding Punjab and Haryana, a significant heavy rain alert has been issued for Haryana. Rain is possible across multiple districts in the state today. According to the weather department, weather activities are expected from September 17-20. Similar weather conditions are anticipated in Punjab, with rain likely across several areas.
Both Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are presently dealing with substantial devastation due to the heavy rainfall. A cloudburst occurred in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, yesterday. Reports of missing persons and fatalities are being reported. Significant damage has also occurred in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh due to the heavy rain. The weather department has issued an alert for heavy rainfall in 7 districts of Uttarakhand, including Dehradun, Chamoli, Nainital, and Champawat. Himachal Pradesh might experience a reprieve from the rain starting tomorrow.