The India Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather warning for large parts of the country over the next 48 hours. From May 13, thunderstorms, heavy rain and lightning are likely in 15 states, with wind speeds expected to reach up to 60 kmph in several regions.
Weather conditions are expected to change across northern India, the northeast, central India and southern states, affecting normal life in multiple areas.
Weather conditions are expected to change suddenly in several states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Delhi-NCR is likely to witness partly cloudy skies and rain accompanied by thunderstorms on May 13. The temperature is expected to remain around 35 degrees Celsius. Weather conditions are likely to improve from May 14, although temperatures may continue to rise.
A yellow alert for thunderstorms and rain has been issued in several districts of Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow, Kanpur, Meerut, Agra, Mathura and Aligarh. Lightning warnings have also been issued for some areas. Western and northern districts of Bihar are likely to receive heavy rain and thunderstorms. According to the weather department, wind speeds in some places may reach up to 70 kmph.
Weather conditions may become more severe in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Alerts for hailstorms and lightning have been issued in several districts of Uttarakhand. Himachal Pradesh is likely to witness heavy rain and snowfall from May 13 to May 16. Strong winds with speeds between 40 and 70 kmph are also expected. Travellers have been advised to exercise caution in these regions.
Several districts of Madhya Pradesh are under alert for heavy rain and dust storms. Weather conditions are expected to remain unstable in areas including Bhopal, Indore, Katni and Balaghat. In Rajasthan, rising temperatures are being recorded, while some parts of the state may also experience thunderstorms with wind speeds of 40 to 50 kmph and light rain.
Northeastern states have also been warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms. Assam, Meghalaya and nearby areas may receive localised heavy rainfall, increasing the possibility of flood-like situations.
Weather activity is expected to remain active in several districts of Tamil Nadu over the next four days. Heavy rain warnings have been issued for Nilgiris, Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Thanjavur. Coastal areas are likely to receive intense rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. Some districts may witness heavy rainfall on May 15 and 16.
According to weather experts, the unstable weather conditions are being caused by the interaction of western disturbances and moisture-laden winds. This is leading to increased thunderstorm activity in northern India and intensified rainfall activity in southern regions.
