IMD

March 15, 2025 3:12 PM

IMD issues heatwave and weather warnings for multiple regions

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heatwave warning for several parts of the country, forecasting extreme temperatures and humid conditions over the next few days. The advisory highlights the likelihood of severe heatwave conditions in Odisha, Saurashtra, and Kutch, along with warm nights and hot, humid weather in other regions. Heatwave Forecast IMD predicts heatwave to severe heatwave conditions in isolated areas of Odisha on March 15 and 16 and Saurashtra & Kutch on ...

March 1, 2025 10:21 AM

IMD warns of hailstorm, thunderstorm in parts of Uttar Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for a hailstorm and thunderstorm, accompanied by moderate to heavy rainfall and lightning, expected in Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh. The IMD has also forecasted light to moderate rainfall, along with light thunderstorms and lightning, in Sahaswan, Badaun, Sikandra Rao, and Ganjdundwara in Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, the Meteorological Department noted that a major cloud mass, associated with a western disturbance, is moving away from th...

February 21, 2025 4:30 PM

IMD reports rain, snowfall, and hailstorms across multiple states

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a gradual drop in minimum temperatures by 2-3°C across Northwest India over the next three days, with stable conditions expected afterward. In other parts of the country, no significant change in minimum temperatures is anticipated over the next four to five days. Maximum temperatures in Northwest India are likely to increase gradually by 2-4°C over the next four days before stabilizing. In Gujarat, no major changes are expected over the ...

January 28, 2025 10:23 AM

North India faces intense cold waves, Delhi records lowest temperature in four days

A biting cold wave swept across North India, with the national capital Delhi recording its lowest temperature in four days on Tuesday morning. The minimum temperature dipped to 6.6 degrees Celsius, accompanied by chilly winds and a thin layer of fog shrouding parts of the city. This marked a notable drop from Monday's minimum of 7.8 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rain in Delhi on February 1, with foggy conditions expected to persist for the next fo...

January 24, 2025 11:45 AM

Fog disrupts flights and trains in Delhi, low visibility across northern India

Several flights and trains were delayed in the national capital on Friday due to foggy weather conditions. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8.9°C at Palam and 9.8°C at Safdarjung, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Meanwhile, the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 207, categorized as ‘poor,’ as per the Central Pollution Control Board. The IMD also reported foggy conditions across northeast Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, north coastal Odisha, an...

January 22, 2025 9:22 AM

Delhi’s air quality remains ‘poor’, foggy weather disrupts trains, flights

Delhi’s air quality remains in the ‘poor’ category for the second consecutive day this week, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 264 recorded at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Additionally, foggy weather has significantly disrupted transportation services. Meanwhile, the national capital continues to experience a cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a minimum temperature of 11 degrees Celcius on Wedne...

January 16, 2025 10:21 PM

IMD issues orange alert for Prayagraj: rain and fog likely in Kumbh Mela area

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela is underway. The alert is in effect for January 16 and 17 due to expected rain and fog conditions. IMD Scientist Soma Sen Roy stated that the southeast region of Uttar Pradesh, including the Kumbh Mela area, may experience rain and fog. While the fog may not be dense, its impact is likely to be substantial. Rainfall is expected to increase from January 18, with additional precipitation anti...

January 15, 2025 10:14 AM

Dense fog disrupts rail and air operations, worsens air quality in Delhi-NCR

Dense fog and cold weather disrupted transportation services across northern India, including the national capital, on Wednesday. Visibility dropped to near zero in many areas, significantly impacting rail and flight operations. A total of 26 trains have been delayed due to the dense fog, according to Indian Railways. Among the most affected are Bihar S Kranti (12565), delayed by 285 minutes; Shr Ram Shakti Exp (12561), delayed by 290 minutes; Gorakhdham Exp (12555), delayed by 255 minutes; an...

January 13, 2025 1:04 PM

IMD issues orange alert as dense fog shrouds national capital; train services hit

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert on Monday for dense fog in the Delhi/NCR region. The air quality monitoring stations across the city reported alarming pollution levels, with the AQI reaching 285, according to CPCB data. As per recent data, the AQI at Jahangirpuri was a concerning 346, while Nehru Nagar recorded 345. Patparganj reported an AQI of 344, closely followed by North Campus, Delhi University, at 314. Similarly, Narela and Mandir Marg recorded AQI levels...

January 10, 2025 10:57 AM

“Dense fog” in Delhi brings visibility to zero, disrupts flights

A thick blanket of fog shrouded the national capital on Friday morning, reducing visibility to zero and disrupting daily life. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius at 5:30 am, with forecasts predicting a minimum of 6 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 20 degrees Celsius for the day. The IMD categorized the fog as "very dense," impacting transportation and public safety. At the Delhi Airport, flight departures faced delays, prompting the authoriti...