People affected by intense heat in Delhi and the National Capital Region may receive relief over the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a rain alert for June 4 to 6 and forecasting a possible drop in temperatures.
According to the IMD, weather conditions are expected to change across several parts of northern India, including Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Uttarakhand, where rainfall accompanied by b winds is likely over the coming days. The department has also issued yellow and orange alerts in several states and advised residents to remain cautious.
The IMD has forecast light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and b winds across Delhi-NCR between June 4 and June 6. A yellow alert has been issued for June 4. Wind speeds of 30 to 40 kmph and lightning activity are also expected during this period.
Experts said western disturbances and local weather activity could lead to a decline in temperatures, with the maximum temperature likely to remain below 40 degrees Celsius.
Weather conditions are also expected to change across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Rain accompanied by b winds and thunderstorms is forecast in these states on Thursday.
Meteorologists said the western disturbance is expected to remain active over the next few days, leading to continued atmospheric instability and the possibility of light to moderate rainfall at several locations.
The weather department has issued orange and yellow alerts for Punjab and Haryana. Heavy rain, thunderstorms and lightning are likely at some places in the two states.
Temperatures had risen sharply in recent days due to the absence of rainfall. In areas such as Sirsa, temperatures had crossed 41 degrees Celsius. The forecast rainfall is expected to provide relief from the heat.
Weather conditions are expected to remain challenging in the hilly regions of Uttarakhand. Rain accompanied by b winds and thunderstorms is likely in the districts of Dehradun, Tehri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh.
Snowfall is also likely in higher-altitude areas. Wind speeds may reach 40 to 50 kmph in some locations, which could affect normal life.
In southern India, preparations for the arrival of the southwest monsoon are in the final stage. According to the IMD, the monsoon may reach Kerala around June 4.
After reaching Kerala, the monsoon is expected to gradually advance toward Karnataka, Maharashtra and other western states. Under normal conditions, it can reach Mumbai within approximately 10 days.
Weather conditions are expected to change from June 4 across the Konkan region, including Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai. Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is likely to begin, bringing a reduction in humidity and temperatures.
Rainfall activity is expected to intensify after June 8 and 9, which could provide relief from the heat in Mumbai.
