New Delhi: While people in Northern India are currently experiencing relief from the intense cold weather, the Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain alert for several states.
Rain Forecast:
Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan: Rain is expected in several areas of these states from February 19 to 21. Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand: Rain and snowfall are likely in these states.
Other States: Chhattisgarh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and parts of Northeast India may experience hailstorms between February 18 and 20.
Current Weather Conditions:
Delhi: The weather in Delhi is pleasant with sunny days and mild temperatures. The minimum temperature today is 9°C and the maximum temperature is 26°C. Other States: Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms is expected in West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, and Jharkhand today.
Heavy Rain Alert:
Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh: The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain in these states on February 18. Western Himalayas: Light rain and snowfall is expected in the Western Himalayan region from February 17 to 21. Other Important Weather Updates:
Lucknow: Rain is likely on February 20 and 21. Bihar and Jharkhand: Dense fog is expected in isolated pockets on February 15 and 16. Several states in Northern India are likely to receive rain in the coming days.
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain in Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. People in these states are advised to take necessary precautions.
Mountains to Get a White Blanket:
- Brace yourselves, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh, as a blizzard of rain and snowfall is set to descend upon you from February 18th to 20th. Be prepared for widespread precipitation, accompanied by thunderstorms, making for some treacherous and potentially disruptive conditions.
- Uttarakhand gets its turn on February 19th and 20th, so make sure you’re well-equipped to handle the snow and rain combo.
- Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and West Uttar Pradesh brace yourselves for scattered to fairly widespread rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and even hail! Gusty winds with speeds reaching up to 50 kmph are also predicted, so secure your belongings and stay vigilant. Mark your calendars for February 18th to 20th for this wet and wild weather spell.
- Rajasthan joins the party on February 19th, so expect some rain to dampen the desert heat.
