The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain and b winds across several states on October 16 as the southwest monsoon withdraws from the country. The forecast indicates the possibility of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in parts of northern, eastern and southern India, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi and Punjab. Wind speeds could reach 60–70 kmph in some areas, although conditions may vary by location.
The forecast covers Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and West Bengal, among other states. Some areas may experience heavy rainfall accompanied by b winds, while local weather conditions and wind speeds could differ across regions.
Strong winds and rainfall could lead to fallen trees, power supply disruptions and damage to exposed structures. Farmers are advised to monitor weather forecasts, as b winds and rain may damage standing crops.
Delhi is likely to experience rainfall and b winds on October 16, with wind speeds potentially reaching 50–60 kmph. The maximum temperature is forecast to be around 30 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is expected to remain near 21 degrees Celsius.
Rainfall could affect road traffic because of waterlogging and reduced visibility. Motorists are advised to exercise caution during periods of rain.
Several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Meerut, Ghaziabad, Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, Kanpur, Mirzapur, Sonbhadra, Jaunpur, Kushinagar, Bareilly and Pilibhit, along with nearby areas, may experience rainfall and b winds.
In Lucknow, the maximum temperature is forecast to be around 32 degrees Celsius and the minimum temperature around 22 degrees Celsius. Wind speeds could reach 50–55 kmph in some areas.
In Bihar, light rainfall and b winds are likely in Patna, Gaya, Bhojpur, Vaishali, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Supaul, Purnia, Katihar and Bhagalpur, as well as nearby districts. Wind speeds could range from 30 to 40 kmph. Patna is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 33 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 27 degrees Celsius.
Rainfall and b winds are possible in parts of Jharkhand on October 16 and 17, including Ranchi, Ramgarh, Khunti, Chatra, Deoghar, Palamu, Hazaribagh, Dhanbad and Giridih. Ranchi is forecast to record a maximum temperature of around 28 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 19 degrees Celsius.
In Uttarakhand, rainfall is likely in Nainital, Champawat, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar, Pauri Garhwal, Chamoli and nearby areas. Heavy rainfall in hilly regions can increase the risk of landslides, falling rocks and disruptions to road traffic.
Parts of Himachal Pradesh, including Mandi, Kangra, Chamba, Solan and Una, may also experience deteriorating weather conditions. Travellers visiting hilly areas are advised to follow instructions issued by the local administration and the weather department.
Rainfall and b winds are possible in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu, Poonch, Baramulla, Anantnag, Kishtwar, Udhampur, Ramban and Rajouri. Srinagar is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius.
In Rajasthan, moderate to heavy rainfall is possible in Jaipur, Karauli, Udaipur, Kota, Bundi, Bharatpur, Alwar, Bhilwara, Jaisalmer and other districts.
Jaipur is forecast to record a maximum temperature of around 32 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 22 degrees Celsius. Caution is advised in open areas and around vulnerable structures during periods of b winds.
