From Delhi Storms To Kerala Downpours: IMD Warns Of Heavy Rain, Hailstorms and Gusty Winds Across India

The India Meteorological Department expects the southwest monsoon to reach Kerala around 4 June, signalling the start of India’s main rainy season. At the same time, IMD projections show temperatures rising again in Delhi after a short cool phase, even as thunderstorms, strong winds and showers spread across several regions as monsoon winds advance from the Arabian Sea.

Through the first week of June, IMD forecasts point to an unsettled weather pattern across many states. Thunderstorms, gusty winds, short spells of heavy rain and isolated hail are likely from northwest plains to coastal belts and hilly regions, while southern and northeastern states may see some of the most frequent and intense rainfall activity.

Northwest India southwest monsoon IMD weather forecast

Delhi and nearby northwestern states are set for scattered rain between 2 and 6 June, according to the IMD update on X on Tuesday. The department expects thunderstorms, lightning and winds of 40-50 kmph in this period. IMD has also warned of thundersqualls with wind speeds of 50-60 kmph, gusting to 70 kmph, over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi on 3 and 4 June.

Similar thunderstorm conditions are likely over Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand in the same window. Isolated hailstorms may occur over Jammu and Kashmir and Rajasthan on 3 and 4 June. IMD has flagged possible dust storm activity at some locations in west Rajasthan on 3 June, which could reduce visibility and affect road travel.

Central and western regions southwest monsoon IMD weather forecast

In central and eastern parts of the country, thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected this week over Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Vidarbha. IMD has highlighted the risk of severe thundersqualls in Odisha and Madhya Pradesh. Isolated hailstorm activity is also likely over Madhya Pradesh, which could damage crops and temporary structures in affected districts.

Western India is predicted to see increasing monsoon-linked weather from 2 to 6 June, with isolated to scattered rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds across Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada and Gujarat. Gujarat and some Maharashtra areas may experience thundersqualls with wind speeds up to 70 kmph, while IMD has also flagged possible isolated hail over Madhya Maharashtra during this spell.

Alerts in Maharashtra and southern states southwest monsoon IMD weather forecast

Mumbai and Pune were placed under a yellow alert for 3 June for thunderstorms, lightning and squally winds. Five Maharashtra districts — Amravati, Kolhapur, Satara, Aurangabadh and Jalna — fell under an orange alert from IMD for the same day. These alerts point to higher chances of intense thunderstorms and heavy showers over limited periods, especially during afternoon and evening hours.

Southern states are expected to remain among the wettest regions this week as the southwest monsoon nears Kerala. According to IMD, Kerala may receive isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall between 2 and 8 June. Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Lakshadweep are also likely to see heavy showers at several places, adding to localised flooding risks in low-lying pockets.

Southern and northeastern belt southwest monsoon IMD weather forecast

Thunderstorms with gusty winds are forecast across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, with thundersqualls expected over parts of Telangana and coastal Andhra Pradesh until 4 June. IMD has placed parts of Kerala under an orange alert for 4 June, which is also the expected date of southwest monsoon onset over the state. Coastal and interior areas may see frequent lightning and strong wind gusts.

For the northeastern belt, IMD has projected widespread light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning over the next five days. Heavy rainfall is expected over Arunachal Pradesh until 8 June, while Assam and Meghalaya are likely to receive heavy rain between 5 and 8 June. These showers could lead to waterlogging and rising river levels in some flood-prone areas.

With monsoon arrival over Kerala likely around 4 June and active weather over most regions, IMD expects a week marked by thunderstorms, gusty winds and varying rainfall intensity. While Delhi and northwest states watch for storms and heat changes, western, southern, central and northeastern areas remain on alert for heavy rain, hail and localised disruption.