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  • Weather Update: Heavy Rain Likely In Tamil Nadu, Orange Alert Issued In These Districts |

    Weather Updates: The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued an orange alert in many districts of Tamil Nadu till October 18. In a statement issued on Sunday, the RMC has predicted 204 mm of rainfall in the southern state during this period.

    Following the forecast of rain, the Tamil Nadu Disaster Management Authority has done all the preparations for any eventuality and has already put 65,000 volunteers on alert.The volunteers will be available for rescue and relief operations along with state government agencies.

    According to Greater Chennai Corporation authorities, 10,000 volunteers will be available for service in Chennai alone.

    As per the RMC, heavy showers are likely in several districts in the state, including Tiruppur, Coimbatore, Nilgiris, Dindigul, Theni, Virudhunagar, Pudukottai, Sivaganga, Madurai, and Ramanathapuram, starting Sunday.

    The weather department also stated that a low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea is developing into a cyclonic storm.

    According to the RMC, Tamil Nadu is set to experience widespread rain from Sunday. Heavy to very heavy downpours are predicted in the Delta districts of Tamil Nadu from Monday (October 14). Northern districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Cuddalore, may experience heavy to very heavy rain.

    Tamil Nadu’s disaster management team is on high alert, and monitoring teams are prepared to track power outages and other electricity-related issues.

    Two prevailing weather systems in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal have pushed moisture into the region.

    The RMC has forecast that most areas in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal will experience heavy to very heavy rain until October 16. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted that the northeast monsoon is likely to set in around October 17.

    A high-level meeting of ministers and officials was held last week, with Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin presiding over the meeting. The meeting discussed immediate measures, including rescue operations during heavy rain.

    (With IANS Inputs)

  • Weather Update: Delhi Braces For Rain, IMD Predicts Showers In THESE States- Check Full Forecast |

    Weather Update: Delhi residents experienced a warm morning on Wednesday, with the minimum temperature recorded at 26.8 degrees Celsius, nearly three degrees higher than usual for this time of year. The weather office has forecasted light rain throughout the day, which is expected to lower the temperature. The India Meteorological Department indicated that the city will have a generally cloudy sky with potential light rain or drizzle. As of 8:30 AM, the humidity level was reported at 84 percent, according to the IMD website. Later in the day, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 36 degrees Celsius.

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Tuesday that heavy to very heavy rainfall is anticipated in isolated areas of North Interior Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Yanam on September 24, as well as in Coastal Karnataka on September 24 and 25, and in South Interior Karnataka on September 25.

    Additionally, fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall is forecasted for Konkan & Goa, the Gujarat region, Madhya Maharashtra, and Marathwada over the next three days. Following this period, scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected for the next four days across the region, with similar rainfall predicted for Saurashtra & Kutch throughout the week. There is also a likelihood of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall, along with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds on September 25.

    In Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh, fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected over the next three days, with scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall anticipated over the subsequent four days. Similar rainfall is also predicted for Madhya Pradesh throughout the week. Over the next seven days, fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected across Northeast India and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim.

  • CG Weather Update: Yellow alert issued in 5 districts of the state, heavy rain with thunder and lightning expected in many parts

    Raipur. Monsoon is still active in the state, meanwhile the mood of the weather is going to change once again. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert in 5 districts of the state. According to the department, there is a possibility of low clouds with rain at different places in Janjgir-Champa, Jashpur, Raigarh, Shakti, Sarangarh Bilaigarh in the next 3 hours.

    At the same time, the Meteorological Department has issued an alert for many parts, predicting heavy rains in many districts within 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of lightning along with thunder in Korea, Balrampur, Jashpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Surajpur, Raigarh and Korba districts.

    So far 892.1 mm average rainfall has been recorded in the state

    According to the information compiled by the state level control room set up by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, an average rainfall of 892.1 mm has been recorded in the state since June 1, 2024. According to the rainfall recorded in various districts of the state from June 01, 2024 to August 27, the highest average rainfall of 1862.9 mm has been recorded in Bijapur district and the lowest average rainfall of 492.3 mm has been recorded in Surguja district.

    According to the information received from the state level flood control room, from June 1 till now, an average rainfall of 895.7 mm was recorded in Surajpur district, 1306.8 mm in Balrampur, 752.3 mm in Jashpur, 914.4 mm in Korea, 893.9 mm in Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur.

    Similarly, average rainfall of 740.6 mm was recorded in Raipur district, 928.0 mm in Baloda Bazar, 838.2 mm in Gariaband, 680.7 mm in Mahasamund, 778.3 mm in Dhamtari, 839.7 mm in Bilaspur, 938.3 mm in Mungeli, 855.6 mm in Raigarh, 520.0 mm in Sarangarh-Bilaigarh, 981.6 mm in Janjgir-Champa, 843.0 mm in Sakti, 1199.8 mm in Korba, 903.3 mm in Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi, 533.5 mm in Durg. From June 1 till now, an average rainfall of 697.9 mm has been recorded in Kabirdham district, 869.6 mm in Rajnandgaon, 981.3 mm in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagadhchowki, 643.4 mm in Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai, 908.3 mm in Balod, 496.2 mm in Bemetara, 925.5 mm in Bastar, 849.6 mm in Kondagaon, 1064.5 mm in Kanker, 1002.5 mm in Narayanpur, 1110.6 mm in Dantewada and 1192.2 mm in Sukma district.

    There is also a possibility of lightning along with thunder and lightning

  • Weather Forecast: Delhi Braces For Rain On Sunday, Monsoon To Drench South India |

    The maximum temperature in Delhi on Saturday was 39.4 degrees Celsius, a tick over usual, according to the India Meteorological Department. The minimum temperature has risen 0.6 degrees Celsius over the season’s normal, to 28.6 degrees Celsius, it said. Rain poured down in numerous parts of Delhi on Friday, providing reprieve from the city’s extreme heat wave. The national capital received 4 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours that ended at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday. The humidity level ranged between 50% and 62%.

    Delhi’s Weather Forecast For Sunday

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted cloudy sky with possibility of light rain or drizzle in Delhi on Sunday. The maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to hover around 40 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius respectively. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality index (AQI) of the national capital was recorded in the ‘moderate’ category with 190 points at 6 pm.

    An AQI between zero and 50 is considered “good,” 51 and 100 “satisfactory,” 101 and 200 “moderate,” 201 and 300 “poor,” 301 and 400 “very poor,” and 401 and 500 “severe.”

    Heatwave Alert In Parts Of UP:

    Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail over parts south-west and west Uttar Pradesh during the next 24 hours. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand have also received relief from the scorching heat.

    Monsoon Alert:

    “Conditions are becoming favourable for further advance of southwest monsoon into some more parts of Bihar and some more parts of east Uttar Pradesh during the next 72 hours,” it said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall over Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry over the next few days. The IMD has predicted that the monsoon will reach Delhi by June 30. 

  • Weather Alert: No Respite From Scorching Summer As Heatwave Spell To Continue In June, Predicts IMD |

    New Delhi: A heat wave will sweep across most of the states in the country in June, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast on Monday. 

    “Above-normal monthly maximum temperatures are likely over most parts of the country in June, except many parts of the southern peninsular India, where normal to below-normal temperatures are most likely,” the IMD said.

    Above-normal heat wave days are likely over most parts of northwest India and adjoining areas of central India during the next month, the IMD forecast states.

    Above-normal monthly minimum temperatures are also likely across most parts of the country in June, except for the extreme northern parts of northwest India and a few pockets of east and northeast India, where normal to below-normal minimum temperatures are most likely, the IMD said.

    The IMD has also warned that during heat waves, vulnerable populations, like the elderly and those with health conditions, face risks of heat-related illnesses. Prolonged extreme heat strains infrastructure and leads to dehydration. Authorities must act proactively by opening cooling centres, issuing advisories, and reducing urban heat islands. These steps are crucial for protecting public health during heat waves.

    One has to stay hydrated, remain in an optimally cool environment, and avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours to stay safe during heat waves.

  • Weather Update: Rain Alert In Delhi Today As North India Prepares For Scorching Days Ahead |

    New Delhi: Delhi, which has so far been spared from the intense heat, is expected to see a shift in weather patterns soon. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), starting from the second week of April, the entire National Capital Region (NCR), especially Western Uttar Pradesh, will experience rising temperatures. The IMD also forecasts light rain in Delhi on Friday. While heavy rainfall is not anticipated, there will be partly cloudy skies. Temperatures are expected to exceed 40 degrees Celsius by April 15. Even nighttime temperatures have started to climb in recent days. On Thursday, several cities recorded day and night temperatures above the seasonal average.

    Delhi’s Weather Outlook Today

    The IMD predicts the possibility of dusty winds this morning, with wind speeds estimated to be between 25 to 35 kilometers per hour. Rain may occur, although clear skies are generally expected. On Wednesday, the maximum temperature recorded was 36.6 degrees Celsius, which is three degrees higher than normal. Thursday saw a maximum temperature of 36.8 degrees Celsius, also three degrees above the average. Today, the capital is forecasted to have a high of 35 degrees Celsius.

    When Will the Heat Turn Intense?

    The IMD indicates that for the next seven days, Delhi’s maximum temperature will hover around 36 to 37 degrees Celsius. However, after April 15, the heat is expected to become oppressive, causing discomfort. On Thursday, parts of Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region, some areas of Chhattisgarh, Telangana, nearby northern interior Karnataka, Rayalaseema, southeastern Uttar Pradesh, northern interior Odisha, central Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and southern interior Tamil Nadu experienced maximum temperatures between 40 and 42 degrees Celsius.

    Rain Alert

    According to ‘Skymet Weather’, light to moderate rain is possible in Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Nagaland over the next 24 hours, and scattered showers are likely in Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. The Western Himalayan region may see light to moderate rain and snowfall. Light rain is also possible in Kerala. Some parts of northwestern and western Rajasthan might experience light showers accompanied by thunder.

    Heatwave Alert Today

    Several parts of Maharashtra are expected to experience heatwave conditions today. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for April 5. Heatwave conditions are also possible in various areas of northern interior Karnataka, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Rayalaseema, and coastal Andhra Pradesh.

  • Rain Alert: North India Braces For Wet, Windy Weather In Next Couple Of Days

    The weather is taking a turn in many states of North India, including Delhi. People are bidding farewell to the cold, but now they have to brace for the rains. 

  • Shimla’s Kufri Receives Much Awaited Snowfall Amid Prolonged Dry Spell – Watch |

    New Delhi: Kufri, a resort hill station in the Shimla district received very light spell of Snowfall which lasted just for few mins due to Western Disturbance. Taking to Twitter, Weatherman Shubham shared the video of the light spell of the snowfall. The Himalayan states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are witnessing an unusually dry and warm winter, with almost no snowfall in the popular tourist destinations and the high-altitude areas.

    Amateur meteorologist ‘Weatherman Shubham’ posted on X on Saturday along with a video of a very light spell of snowfall in Kufri, a resort hill station in the Shimla district, which lasted just for a few minutes.

    Very light spell of Snowfall in Kufri , just for few mins due to Western Disturbance pic.twitter.com/lnYuB3zESM


    — Weatherman Shubham (@shubhamtorres09) January 9, 2024

    Western Disturbances Fail To Bring Relief

    Another factor that contributes to the snowfall in the Himalayan region is the Western Disturbances (WDs), which are low-pressure systems that bring moisture-laden winds from the Mediterranean region. However, the WDs have been largely absent or weak this winter, resulting in dry and clear weather conditions in the northwest India.

    The weather department in Shimla has forecasted a spell of wet weather for Himachal Pradesh on January 9 and 10, with chances of rain and snowfall in various parts of the state, but it is unlikely to make much difference.

    Tourism Hit By Lack Of Snowfall

    The lack of snowfall has also affected the tourism industry in the Himalayan states, as many visitors flock to the hill stations to enjoy the winter wonderland. In Kashmir, popular tourist destinations such as Gulmarg and Pahalgam have received almost no snow while the hills have below-average snowfall, disappointing tourists and locals alike.

    The situation is similar in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, where places that would ideally have a minimum of four-to-six feet thick snow by now hardly have any snow.The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), which struggles with snow clearance operations in tough weather conditions to keep the strategically located 11,800 feet altitude Zojila Pass open, has had it easier this year.

    “Zojila Pass connects Kashmir with Ladakh and is important for maintaining the supply chain logistics for the troops posted in forward areas in Ladakh. Generally, it has a minimum of 30-40 feet of snow around this time but there is barely six-seven feet of snow now,” said Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhry, former BRO director general.

    “It is possible the pass will remain open for traffic for a week more because of less snow,” he said. The unusually long dry spell has also meant that the northwest plains, Punjab, Haryana and Delhi-NCR, have seen their share of foggy ‘cold’ and ‘severe cold’ days, but there have been no ‘cold wave’ conditions yet.

  • Weather Update: IMD Predicts Rainfall In Seven States Amid Severe Cold Day Conditions |

    New Delhi: The Northern region is grappling with harsh cold conditions, with no relief in sight as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts severe cold day conditions for the upcoming two days.

    As per the IMD forecast, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Rajasthan are likely to experience severe cold day conditions over the next two days, coupled with the presence of very dense fog. The IMD predicts that from January 7 to 8, cold day to severe cold day conditions are highly likely to persist in certain areas across Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Rajasthan.

    Along with the bitter cold, Northwest and Central India is likely to witness a fresh rain spell during the next 2-3 days. According to IMD rainfall with thunderstorm/hailstorm is likely over Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh during Jan 8 – Jan 10.

    The IMD has forecast light rainfall over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh on January 8 and 9. Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and northern parts of Maharashtra are also likely to witness fresh rain spells during the next 2 days.

    North Coastal Tamil Nadu is likely to get isolated Heavy to Very heavy rainfall (115.6 to 204.4 mm) on 07th January, 2024. pic.twitter.com/QkgTIfuoLO
    — India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) January 6, 2024

    The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall alert for Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Coastal Tamil Nadu and Kerala are likely to witness isolated heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning during the next 3-5 days. According to IMD’s weather bulletin, isolated very heavy rainfall is likely over north coastal Tamil Nadu on January 7. 

     

  • IMD Rain Alert: Rain in many states today, lightning will flash in Himachal-Uttarakhand; What is the situation in Delhi and MP?

    IMD Rain Alert- Monsoon is bidding farewell in many states of the country with heavy rains. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rain in many states for the next five days from today. There is a possibility of heavy rain with thunderstorm in many parts of North-East India including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya. In Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh also, warning of lightning and thunder has been issued at many places today. The weather in Delhi will be pleasant with cloud cover. At the same time, there may be rain in Bihar, Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh before the departure of monsoon. Due to western disturbance, there is a possibility of drizzle at many places.

    According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of light/moderate to heavy rain with thunder and lightning in many parts of the country during October 11. There is little possibility of any significant change over parts of central and western India during the next five days.

    Heavy rain in many states including Meghalaya

    According to IMD, there is a possibility of thunderstorm, lightning and heavy rain in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya. On the other hand, after heavy rains in Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura, there will be a change in the weather from today. However, there may be light to moderate rainfall at many places along with heavy rainfall at some places. At the same time, there is a possibility of thunderstorm and lightning in the sub-Himalayan states of West Bengal and Sikkim.

    How will the weather be in Delhi?

    According to Skymet Weather, the weather will be clear in Delhi today. However, there is a possibility of rain from October 10. The minimum temperature here is likely to be 22 degrees while the maximum temperature is likely to be 36 degrees Celsius. Earlier on Sunday, the sky remained clear and people had to face heat and humidity. However, due to moderate winds and clear sky, pollution has definitely reduced. According to the Meteorological Department, the sky will be partly cloudy in Delhi from Monday. The temperature is likely to be maximum 36 degrees and minimum 24 degrees.

    Thunderstorm in Himachal and Uttarakhand

    The Meteorological Department says that there may be light rain at some places in the north-western states. Whereas, there is a high possibility of rain with thunder and lightning in the hilly areas of Himachal and Uttarakhand.

    Rain in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala

    The weather department has also predicted light to moderate rainfall at some places with heavy rainfall at some places over parts of South India. There is a possibility of thunderstorm and lightning in Tamil Nadu till 11th. There may be heavy rain in Karnataka today. Whereas, there is a possibility of heavy rain in Kerala during 9 to 12 October.

    What is the condition of Bihar, MP and Jharkhand?

    According to the Meteorological Department, the farewell phase of the weather continues in Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. Monsoon is at its last stage. Monsoon will completely disappear in Madhya Pradesh by October 10. Earlier today, there may be drizzle in Jabalpur and surrounding districts. Due to the passing of western disturbance, the wind direction will change and the temperature may drop. The effect of cold will intensify for the next 15 days.

    Monsoon will depart in Bihar and Jharkhand also by October 10. There may be drizzle in some districts of both the states today and tomorrow.