Heatwave to Bring Relief; Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected
A temporary relief from the unseasonal heatwave is expected in North India as thunderstorms and heavy rain are anticipated in various states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir. Residents of Delhi and NCR can prepare for intense sunny days with strong winds.
Highlights
- •Thunderstorms Expected: Intermittent rains in eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh have been forecasted by the IMD.
- •Delhi to Experience Hot Weather: Temperatures are set to rise, reaching up to 3-4 degrees more than average.
- •Heavy Rain Alert in Uttarakhand: Several districts may experience heavy rainfall with gusty winds.
- •Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Alerts Across Jammu & Kashmir: High chances of storms and thunder with significant rainfall across multiple regions.
An unseasonal heatwave is set to break from April 13-14 as thunderstorms and heavy rain are anticipated across several regions of Northern India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a brief hiatus for Delhi's soaring temperatures, but the city is gearing up for bright sunny days with strong winds.
Heavy Rain Alert in Uttarakhand: The IMD warns of heavy rainfall across several districts including Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Nainital, Chamoli, Champawat, Almora, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. Thunderstorms are likely to bring significant relief from the heat with gusty winds.
Thunderstorms in Uttar Pradesh: Several districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh could see intermittent rains accompanied by strong winds, particularly in regions like Gautam Buddha Nagar, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Aligarh, Mathura, Kanpur, Ayodhya, and Prayagraj. Western Uttar Pradesh is expected to remain dry.
Heatwave in Action: In the Delhi-NCR region, temperatures are set to rise, with a 3-4-degree increase anticipated by tomorrow afternoon. According to meteorologists, residents should prepare themselves for a hot and windy day ahead as conditions shift to more favorable weather patterns.
Eastern Bihar Stay Dry: Similar to Uttar Pradesh, the eastern regions of Bihar are also expected to remain dry. With increased temperatures across districts like East Champaran, Patna, Gaya, Jehanabad, Buxar, Siwan, Saran, Bhojpur, Gopalganj, Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Saharsa, Madhubani, Purnia, Kishanganj, Araria, Katihar, and Bhagalpur, residents are advised to stay hydrated and protected from the heat.
Northwest Thunderstorms in Jammu and Kashmir: The region is under a thunderstorm alert, with heavy rains expected in Srinagar, Pulwama, Kulgam, Shopian, Baramulla, Anantnag, Kathua, Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, and Ganderbal. Residents should stay informed about the latest updates to ensure safety during potentially volatile weather conditions.
