The monsoon is once again set to gain momentum across the country. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rainfall in several states for September 13. People in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh may face weather-related challenges.
Weather Update: The monsoon of 2025 has picked up pace once again. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy rainfall in several states for September 13. In addition to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh, heavy to very heavy rainfall is also expected in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan within the next 24 hours.
According to weather experts, a cyclonic circulation is present over the lower and middle tropospheric levels, extending from the northern coastal Andhra Pradesh to adjoining southern Odisha. This circulation is tilting southwestward, and under its influence, a low-pressure area is likely to form over the west-central Bay of Bengal in the next two days. This increases the possibility of rain and stormy winds in many states.
Weather Situation by State
- Delhi: There is a low probability of heavy rainfall in Delhi on September 13, and the weather is expected to remain relatively clear. The water level of the Yamuna River has also started receding, which is likely to bring relief to flood-affected areas. There is no significant chance of rain in the capital next week either.
- Uttar Pradesh: A warning of moderate to heavy rainfall has been issued for several districts in Uttar Pradesh. Heavy rainfall may occur in Kushinagar, Maharajganj, Siddharthnagar, Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, and Shahjahanpur. The Meteorological Department has appealed to people to exercise caution.
- Bihar: Heavy rainfall is expected in several districts of Bihar on September 13. Affected districts include Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Muzaffarpur, Madhubani, Darbhanga, Samastipur, Vaishali, Begusarai, Khagaria, Saharsa, Madhepura, and Supaul. A warning of lightning and thunderstorms has also been issued for these areas.
- Jharkhand: Heavy to very heavy rainfall may occur in Ranchi, Palamu, Garhwa, Latehar, Gumla, Simdega, Saraikela, West Singhbhum, and East Singhbhum districts of Jharkhand. People have been advised to remain safe on roads and stay away from rivers and bridges.
- Uttarakhand: Heavy rainfall is also expected in Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Udham Singh Nagar districts of Uttarakhand. The administration has warned people to remain vigilant and stay in safe locations.
- Madhya Pradesh: Heavy rainfall is anticipated in Dhar, Khargone, Betul, Khandwa, Barwani, Alirajpur, Harda, Hoshangabad, Chhindwara, and Burhanpur districts of Madhya Pradesh. Rivers and streams may swell during this period, and people have been advised to stay safe.
- Rajasthan: A warning of heavy rainfall has been issued for Banswara, Udaipur, Pratapgarh, Dungarpur, and Sirohi districts of Rajasthan. In the past few days, 91 people have died in rain-related incidents in the state.
The IMD and state disaster management departments have urged the public to exercise caution, avoid areas with excessive water, and protect themselves from lightning and thunderstorms. The administration has put relief camps and rescue teams on alert in flood-affected districts.
