New Delhi: The weather patterns across various regions of the country appear to be shifting rapidly, leading to a continuing cycle of storms in some areas and rainfall in others. This unseasonal rain is providing people with much-needed relief from the intense heat and scorching sun. Incidentally, looking back at the earlier part of 2025, the year has already been quite favourable in terms of rainfall.
Key Takeaways
Quick Read- Heavy Rain Warning: Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana are expected to see torrential rain with frequent lightning.
- Coastal & Island Alerts: Heavy showers likely in Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Puducherry, and Rayalaseema.
- Wind Speed: Steady winds between 30–40 km/h.
- States Affected: West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the Vidarbha region.
Now, the pre-monsoon season is poised to take a turn across the country. Most regions of South India are expected to receive rainfall, offering hope of relief from the heat for the local population. In the northwestern states as well, deteriorating weather conditions could manifest as severe rainfall and storms. The situation is also likely to remain adverse in parts of Eastern and Central India. Check the detailed forecast for specific regions below.
South India: Heavy Torrential Rain
Southern regions are bracing for the most intense activity during this window.
- Heavy Rain Warning: Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana are expected to see torrential rain with frequent lightning.
- Coastal & Island Alerts: Heavy showers likely in Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Puducherry, and Rayalaseema.
- Wind Speed: Steady winds between 30–40 km/h.
East and Central India: Adverse Conditions
The weather is expected to deteriorate significantly in the central and eastern corridors today and tomorrow.
- States Affected: West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the Vidarbha region.
- Hazards: Risk of heavy downpours combined with dust storms.
- Wind Speed: High-intensity gusts of 30–50 km/h.
Rainfall Warning for These States
According to the Meteorological Department, the pre-monsoon weather system is set to become active in Northwest India. Consequently, the department has issued a warning for scattered rainfall across Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab, valid until April 21. Additionally, rain alerts have been issued for several locations across Haryana, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh. These regions face a possibility of strong winds blowing at speeds of 40–50 km/h, accompanied by dust storms and thunderstorms.
Rainfall Warning for Southern States
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across various regions of South India, valid until April 21. Specifically, warnings for heavy, torrential rain accompanied by thunder and lightning have been issued for Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana, effective until April 21.
Furthermore, heavy rainfall is possible in Andhra Pradesh, the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Puducherry, Yanam, and Mahe. Rain alerts have also been issued for Karaikal and Rayalaseema. The IMD has issued a specific alert regarding winds blowing at speeds of 30–40 km/h in these areas.
Possibility of Rain in Eastern and Central India
The IMD has issued a warning for heavy rainfall at several locations across West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Vidarbha on April 20 and 21. An alert has been issued for these regions, warning of strong winds gusting at speeds of 30–50 km/h, dust storms, and thunderstorms.
Rainfall Expected Here Too
According to the IMD, the influence of pre-monsoon activity is likely to be observed in the Northeast. An alert for heavy rainfall has been issued for Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, effective through April 20 and 21. Strong winds, blowing at speeds of 30–50 km/h, are also expected in several locations.