Monsoon Update: The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for several states across the country due to anticipated heavy rainfall. The spell of rain is expected to continue for the next 48 hours in many parts of the country. Alerts have been issued for Punjab (May 3–6) and for Haryana and Chandigarh (May 3–6), anticipating light to moderate rainfall across these regions during this period.
The Meteorological Department has stated that an alert has been issued for the Western Himalayan region, the plains of Northwest India, and adjoining Central India for the period of May 3–6, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds, and hailstorms. Additionally, there is a possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds gusting at speeds of 30–50 km/h.
Monsoon & Weather Update – Key Highlights (May 3, 2026)
- Date: May 3, 2026
- Alert Issued by: India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- Cause: Fresh Western Disturbance triggering widespread rainfall
- States on Alert: 25 states across Northwest, Northeast & South India
- Wind Speed: Strong winds up to 70 km/h in several regions
- Rain Spell: Expected to continue for next 48 hours across many parts
Hilly States Weather Forecast
| State | Alert Period | Weather Event |
|---|---|---|
| Jammu & Kashmir | Until May 6 | Rain/Snowfall + Hailstorm on May 3 |
| Himachal Pradesh | Until May 6 | Rain/Snowfall + Hailstorm on May 4 |
| Uttarakhand | Until May 6 | Rain/Snowfall + Hailstorm on May 4–5 |
- 25 states under IMD weather alert today
- Most intense weather period: May 3 – May 6
- Delhi on Yellow Alert for May 3 & 4 — light rain & thunder expected
- MP & Chhattisgarh face strongest winds at 70 km/h
- Bihar, Jharkhand & Odisha under rain spell for next 7 days
- South India faces heavy rain from May 3–8 — Kerala & Tamil Nadu most affected
- Hailstorm warning active for J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand, Bihar & Jharkhand
Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, light to moderate rainfall is likely at several places—specifically in the western parts of the state from May 3 to 6, and in the eastern parts from May 4 to 7. During this period, thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and strong winds of 30–40 km/h may occur.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert for 25 states across Northwest, Northeast, and South India, warning of heavy rainfall and stormy weather. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather is expected to be at its most intense between May 3 and May 6.
Northwest India Weather Update
The Meteorological Department has indicated that weather conditions in the states of Northwest India are set to deteriorate under the influence of a Western Disturbance:
Hilly States Weather Forecast
Rain and snowfall are likely in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand until May 6. Furthermore, specific warnings for hailstorms have been issued for Jammu & Kashmir on May 3; for Himachal Pradesh on May 4; and for Uttarakhand on May 4–5.
Plains States:
The Meteorological Department has warned that stormy winds may sweep across Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Rajasthan on May 4 and 5. In Rajasthan, there is also a possibility of dust storms occurring on May 4. Uttar Pradesh: The possibility of rain accompanied by thunder and lightning has been forecast for Western Uttar Pradesh between May 3 and 6, and for Eastern Uttar Pradesh between May 4 and 7.
Weather Update for Eastern and Central India
The spell of rain is expected to continue for the next 7 days across Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha. Additionally, strong winds may blow across Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha on May 4 and 5. There is also a possibility of hailstorms in Jharkhand and Bihar on May 4. In Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, stormy winds gusting up to 70 km/h are anticipated between May 3 and 6.
Rain Alert for Delhi
According to the Meteorological Department, Delhi may experience rainfall. On May 3, light to very light rain is likely, accompanied by thunder, lightning, and strong winds. Similar conditions are expected to persist on Monday (May 4). A ‘Yellow Alert’ has also been issued for the next two days in view of the possibility of rain and thunderstorms.
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Kerala and Tamil Nadu
An alert has been issued for Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry due to the likelihood of heavy rainfall between May 3 and 8. Furthermore, stormy winds gusting up to 70 km/h are anticipated in Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Telangana on May 3. Additionally, heavy rainfall is forecast for South Interior Karnataka between May 4 and 8.
