India Meteorological Department (IMD)

April 6, 2026 12:20 PM

Delhi-NCR likely to witness rains, strong winds on April 7-8

The weather in the National Capital Region (NCR) is once again set to change, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting strong winds, cloudy skies, rain, and isolated thunderstorms on April 7 (Tuesday) and 8 (Wednesday). Prior to this, weather conditions on April 6 will remain largely normal. In the morning hours, the minimum temperature was recorded at 21 degrees Celsius, while the maximum reached 33 degrees Celsius. According to the IMD, the minimum temperature on April 7 is ...

April 1, 2026 12:19 PM

Heatwave set to intensify in Tamil Nadu during peak election campaign period

With the Tamil Nadu Assembly election campaign reaching its most decisive stretch, the state is likely to face a parallel challenge from rising temperatures, as weather authorities warn of an impending heatwave across several regions. The spike in heat is likely to coincide with the final leg of campaigning ahead of the April 23 polls, raising concerns over public participation and safety. Forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicate that Tamil Nadu may record higher-than-u...

March 23, 2026 10:27 AM

Morning drizzle, temperature dips; Delhi records 20°C amid thunderstorm warning

Residents in the national capital woke up to cloudy skies and scattered light showers on Monday morning, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted more rain and thunderstorms later in the day. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national capital is experiencing an interactive display of weather and Thunderstorm warnings, light rain with a current temperature of 20°C (feels like 24°C). The humidity is recorded at 65% with a gentle 2 mph wind from the west...

March 20, 2026 1:02 PM

Rain, snow trigger sharp temperature drop in Himachal Pradesh

The continuous rainfall over the past five days, coupled with snowfall in higher reaches, has led to a sharp drop in temperatures across Himachal Pradesh, bringing back winter-like conditions even as the state had begun transitioning into summer. In Shimla, the sudden dip in temperature has forced residents to take out woollen clothes once again. The unseasonal weather has disrupted daily routines, with school children, office-goers, and commuters facing difficulties due to persistent rain and ...

March 20, 2026 11:55 AM

Rain brings relief across Delhi-NCR; IMD issues yellow alert

Heavy rainfall lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR, bringing much-needed relief from rising temperatures, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast more showers and issued a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms on Friday. The intermittent rainfall over the past two days has significantly eased the warmer conditions that had prevailed in the city. According to the latest data, the Safdarjung observatory has recorded 9.4 mm of rainfall so far this month, nearing the normal month...

March 19, 2026 2:53 PM

Overcast skies, gusty winds persist in Delhi after storm; IMD issues orange alert

Delhi and its neighbouring regions witnessed overcast skies on Thursday, with temperatures hovering around 19 degrees Celsius, a day after intense weather activity brought much-needed relief from rising heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for the national capital, urging residents and authorities to remain prepared for possible disruptions. According to the weather office, “Light to moderate rain accompanied with thunderstorms, lightning and strong surface...

March 18, 2026 2:15 PM

Rain likely in Delhi-NCR over next three days; IMD forecasts wider showers across India

Residents of the National Capital Region (NCR) can expect a spell of pleasant weather as rainfall is likely over the next three days, from March 19 to March 21, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The anticipated showers are expected not only to bring relief from rising temperatures but also to improve the region’s air quality. As per the latest forecast, the weather in Delhi-NCR on March 18 is expected to remain predominantly clear, with the maximum temperature likely to ...

March 10, 2026 11:45 AM

Rain likely in southern TN coastal districts till Sunday: IMD

Light to moderate rainfall is expected in several coastal districts of southern Tamil Nadu until Sunday due to a low-pressure system prevailing in the atmosphere, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Officials said the weather disturbance currently extends from southern Tamil Nadu to coastal Karnataka, creating favourable conditions for rain in parts of the State’s southern coastal belt. The system is expected to influence weather patterns in the region over the next few d...

March 3, 2026 4:15 PM

Temperatures likely to stay above normal in coming days: IMD

Most parts of India will continue to experience a surge in temperatures in the coming days of the week, with 4-6°C above normal over many parts of Northwest India and 2-4°C above normal over Central India, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Simultaneously, light, isolated rainfall or snowfall in Jammu & Kashmir (March 4-9), Himachal Pradesh (March 7-9), and Uttarakhand (March 8-9) is likely, under the influence of a feeble Western Disturbance, according to a release. ...

March 2, 2026 3:51 PM

IMD warns of 3-month heatwave in North TN, Western Ghats to get moderate rain today

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast moderate rainfall in the Western Ghats districts over the next two days, even as it issued a warning of an impending heatwave likely to grip northern Tamil Nadu for the next three months. According to weather officials, while this year’s winter season lingered longer than usual across Tamil Nadu, the upcoming summer is expected to be significantly hotter. The IMD has cautioned that temperatures in northern districts of the state are like...