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New Delhi: Delhi's tryst with rain is expected to continue, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light spells on Tuesday.The city has seen light rain and below-normal temperatures off and on for the past 15 days, after an unseasonably warm start in March.According to IMD, another western disturbance, alongside a cyclonic circulation over northwest Rajasthan and central Pakistan, is expected to impact weather in northwest India.On Saturday, the maximum temperature was 32 deg ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday witnessed fresh snowfall as a spell of wet weather gripped north India, bringing rainfall to parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Rains and hailstorms have continued to lash the northern states intermittently this week, with wheat growers in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan staring at major losses due to crop damage. The national capital, meanwhile, witnessed rain during the night between Fri ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 4 (PTI) The national capital experienced a slight increase in minimum temperature on Saturday, while the maximum temperature decreased due to persistent cloudy conditions throughout the day. Although the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, only isolated areas of Delhi received light rain during the night between Friday and Saturday. On Saturday morning, the Safdarjung weather station, a key representative of the city's weather, did not reco ...Read More >
New Delhi: The weather pattern appears to have undergone a significant shift, ranging from the plains to the mountains. Across Western UP, Delhi-NCR, and various other regions, the day witnessed intermittent sunshine accompanied by the movement of clouds. Temperatures also continued to fluctuate. Starting tomorrow -- April 5th -- there is a growing possibility that rain-bearing clouds will once again hover over several states. Rainfall may also be recorded amidst accompanying storms and gusty w ...Read More >
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], April 4 (ANI): Leader of Opposition (LoP) of Madhya Pradesh assembly Umang Singhar wrote a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday, highlighting farmers's issues in the state, particularly delays in wheat procurement and the need to extend the loan repayment deadline. LoP Singhar also emphasised the shortage of gunny bags, stressing these issues were causing significant losses to farmers. Also Read | Telangana Horror: Man Who Wanted Son Drowns Twin Dau ...Read More >
Jaipur, Apr 4 (PTI) Parts of Rajasthan recorded rainfall and gusty winds over the past 24 hours due to a cyclonic circulation with more thunderstorms and hail activity forecasted for the region in the coming days, the India Meteorological Department said on Saturday. According to the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur, western Rajasthan recorded a maximum rainfall of 11.5 mm in Sri Ganganagar's Karanpur, while eastern parts received up to 32 mm rainfall in Udaipur's Kotda. The IMD said that sever ...Read More >
Jaipur, April 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The impact of an active Western Disturbance continues to grip Rajasthan, with the Meteorological Centre here issuing a heavy rainfall alert for over 20 districts on Saturday. On Friday, more than 10 districts witnessed intense weather activity, including rain, hailstorms, and dust storms. Hailstorms were reported in Bikaner, Sri Ganganagar, and Jaisalmer, while heavy rain lashed several other regions. In Jaipur, a severe dust storm late on Friday led to the dea ...Read More >
New Delhi: The weather across North India has taken a turn for the worse once again due to the renewed activity of a Western Disturbance. Since early morning, clouds have gathered over various regions, including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Uttarakhand. Drizzle has been observed in some locations, accompanied by a slight dip in temperatures. Over the past 24 hours, spells of rain have been witnessed in several parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Central Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal. ...Read More >
New Delhi: Delhi witnessed unusual weather on Friday. The day began with a dust storm in the morning. As the day progressed the sun came out and clear skies prevailed in the city. By evening however, clouds could be seen in the sky and parts of the city received light rains. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had declared an orange alert by late evening, predicting more rains and lightning. Partly cloudy skies, light rains possible on Saturday While the city saw strong surface winds of ...Read More >
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a multi-layered weather alert for April 4, 2026, which indicates that Northern India will experience a series of complicated weather changes. The Delhi-NCR region will experience thunderstorms and localized light rain, while the Himalayan belt will receive new snowfall at its higher altitudes. The current weather pattern shows instability because an active western disturbance system moves through northwest India while seasonal temperatures co ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Rain lashed in several parts of the national capital on Friday evening, including India Gate, Badarpur and Janpath Road. India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert in the city, forecasting "thunderstorm and lightning," along with "strong surface winds". Also Read | Delhi Shocker: 18-Year-Old Arrested for Stabbing Man to Death in Shalimar Bagh and Posting Confession on Instagram. Earlier in the day, IMD forecasted that two successive Western d ...Read More >
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir is going to witness widespread rainfall, snowfall in higher reaches, and strong winds over the next 36 hours as a Western Disturbance approaches, according to the Meteorological Department, Srinagar. The forecast suggests generally cloudy skies with intermittent light to moderate rain and snowfall across many parts of the Union Territory between April 3 and 4. Thunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph are also expected. An official from the Meteorolog ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): Rain lashed in several parts of the national capital on Friday evening, including India Gate, Badarpur and Janpath Road. India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert in the city, forecasting "thunderstorm and lightning," along with "strong surface winds". Earlier in the day, IMD forecasted that two successive Western disturbances are likely to affect northwest India this week, with peak activity expected on April 3-4 and again on April 7. Hails ...Read More >
While the milder weather should provide some respite to customers, and also lower power demand in the midst of an energy crisis brought about by the war in West Asia, a wet April could damage standing ready-for-harvest crops, some of which have already been impacted by western disturbances in the second half of March. ALSO READ | More rain for Delhi this week, IMD warns of thunderstorms across North India In what could further impact the farm sector, the agency predicted an 80% likelihood of a ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], April 3 (ANI): A widespread wet spell accompanied by rainfall, snowfall and hailstorm activity is expected to affect Himachal Pradesh from April 3 to April 6, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday. According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, the weather disturbance is being driven by an active western disturbance and favourable atmospheric conditions. Also Read | Global Food Prices Set to Surge Further if West Asia Conflict Persists B ...Read More >
New Delhi: New satellite images released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) show a massive cloud formation which stretches nearly 1,000 kilometres across parts of India and Pakistan. It signals an approaching spell of heavy rain, driven by an active western disturbance. The dense cloud band indicates a significant weather system moving eastward, according to IMD officials. The western disturbance, a periodic weather phenomenon which originates over the Mediterranean region, could re ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], April 3 (ANI): A widespread wet spell accompanied by rainfall, snowfall and hailstorm activity is expected to affect Himachal Pradesh from April 3 to April 6, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday. According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, the weather disturbance is being driven by an active western disturbance and favourable atmospheric conditions. The IMD has forecast light to moderate snowfall over most high hills and adjoining m ...Read More >
Srinagar: Amid the weeklong rainfall and inclement forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), orchardists in Kashmir expressed fear that the wet conditions could trigger scab formation on budding flowers and fruits, potentially affecting overall crop yields. However, experts have urged farmers not to panic, stressing that timely fungicide sprays and proper orchard management can effectively minimise risk and safeguard the crop. The IMD Centre in Srinagar said the fresh Western Dist ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI) Delhi witnessed light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms across parts of the city after a dust storm swept through the national capital in the morning, the India Meteorological Department said on Friday. The weather office has forecast thunderstorms with lightening on Saturday, with maximum temperature expected to reach 33 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 20 degrees Celsius. On Friday, the maximum temperature was recorded at 33.7 degrees Celsius, 0.3 notches bel ...Read More >
Jaipur, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) A sudden change in weather swept across Rajasthan on Friday morning, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and hailstorms to several western and central districts. The spell has provided much-needed relief from the heat, with temperatures dropping significantly across the state. The weather changed abruptly on Friday morning, with rainfall reported from districts including Jaisalmer, Ajmer, Nagaur, Sikar, Kuchaman-Didwana, and Jalore. While some areas witnessed heavy sh ...Read More >
Patiala/Sangrur: Already reeling from crop damage caused by recent hailstorms, Punjab farmers are staring at more losses as a fresh western disturbance is set to impact the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an orange alert for April 3 and 4, warning of rain, thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and hailstorms across Punjab. The alert comes at a crucial juncture, with wheat crop ready for harvest and government procurement operations already underway in severa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 3 (ANI): The national capital was hit by a sudden change in weather patterns on Friday as a thick blanket of dust covered New Delhi, reducing surface visibility during the morning. The weather shift brought a dense blanket of dust to the city, obscuring the skyline and affecting visibility from Gol Dak Khana to Central Delhi and surrounding areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy sky for the rest of the day, with the possibility ...Read More >
New Delhi: For several days, weather conditions have remained volatile, leading to spells of rain in some areas and storms in others. In the mountainous regions, temperatures continue to remain low due to ongoing snowfall. Snowfall has been recorded in the hilly areas of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Kashmir. In several parts of the northeastern states, late-night rainfall has led to a drop in temperature levels. Hailstorms have also been witnessed at various locations across Central Mahar ...Read More >
PUNE: A woman was killed and two other persons were injured after a tree collapsed on Sinhagad road as Pune witnessed its highest-ever single-day rainfall for April, with the unseasonal downpour crippling normal life across the city on Wednesday. The woman, Ranjana Navnath Giri, died near Navshya Maruti temple after a tree in the vicinity got uprooted by strong winds and heavy rain. Two other persons suffered injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital. According to the India Meteorological ...Read More >
New Delhi, Rain on one day, heat on another, and pollution remaining elevated throughout, weather this month was anything but business as usual as Delhi recorded its most polluted March in four years, its wettest in three years and its hottest since 2022. An analysis by the CREA accessed by PTI showed that the Capital recorded its most polluted March in four years in 2026 with an average Air Quality Index reading of 181 till March 30, the highest since 2022 when it stood at 217. In comparison, ...Read More >
New Delhi: The month of April holds significant importance in terms of weather transitions. In fact, this year -- spanning from March right up to today, April 2nd -- temperatures have already risen to levels high enough to cause people to break into a sweat. Across North India, this sudden surge in temperatures has begun to take a toll on the pace of daily life. In the upper reaches of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Kashmir, snowfall has led to a drop in temperatures, causing inconvenience ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The minimum temperature in the national capital dipped to 16.8 degrees Celsius on Wednesday after two days of light to moderate rainfall across several parts of Delhi-NCR. The India Meteorological Department has predicted more rainfall activity, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and strong surface winds on April 3, 4, and 5. The maximum temperature on Wednesday settled at 33.5 degrees Celsius, according to IMD. Although thundery development with very light rain was predicted f ...Read More >
With an average monthly maximum of 32.5 degrees Celsius (°C), Delhi is set to record its warmest March in four years despite a series of western disturbances giving the city a cooler end to the month. As of March 30, the average monthly maximum is 2.6°C above the long-period average (LPA) of 29.9°C, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. The last time it was higher than this was in March 2022, when the average maximum was 33.4°C. ALSO READ | Rain lashes parts of Delhi-NCR; ...Read More >
Gurgaon: After two days of cloudy skies and intermittent rain, the city woke up to clear weather on Wednesday. The break from the rainfall is expected to be short-lived, with another wet spell likely later this week.On Wednesday night, temperatures dipped due to clear skies. At the Gurgaon KVK observatory, the minimum temperature dropped to 16.6 degrees Celsius from 17.9 degrees Celsius a day earlier. A similar trend was recorded at the NorthCap University monitoring station, where the minimum d ...Read More >
- 31-03-2026 Several spells of light rain took place in Delhi on Tuesday evening. New Delhi: The city is likely to see a rise in daytime temperatures on Thursday, but rain is likely to bring the temperature below normal again.Safdarjung, Delhi's base weather station, recorded a maximum temperature of 33.5 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, a notch below normal, compared to 33.7 degrees Celsius on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the minimum temperature was recorded at 16.8 degrees Celsius, two notches below norm ...Read More >
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