Unseasonal Rain and Thunderstorms to Persist Across India: IMD Forecast
Unseasonal rain in India: How long will it continue? Check IMD forecast on rainfall and heatwave
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Unseasonal rain, thunderstorms, and hailstorms are impacting various regions in India, with unsettled weather expected to last for 3 to 5 days. Key dates include peak rainfall on April 8 and a return of heat after April 10-11, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
- 01Unseasonal rain and thunderstorms are affecting multiple regions in India.
- 02Peak rainfall activity is expected on April 8, with scattered rain continuing until April 10.
- 03The northeast region will experience continuous rainfall for five days.
- 04Temperatures are expected to rise sharply after April 10-11.
- 05Weather systems causing instability include a western disturbance and cyclonic circulations.
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Unseasonal rain, thunderstorms, and hailstorms are currently affecting several parts of India, raising concerns among residents and farmers. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that this unsettled weather will persist for the next 3 to 5 days. Key dates to note include April 8, when widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected across northern, eastern, and central India. Following this peak, scattered rainfall will continue until April 10, with a fresh western disturbance potentially bringing additional rain from April 11. Regions such as Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh are experiencing light to moderate rainfall, while eastern states like West Bengal and Bihar are facing strong winds and heavy rain. The northeast region, including Assam and Meghalaya, will see continuous rainfall for five days. After this period, temperatures are expected to rise sharply by 4–10°C, leading to heatwave-like conditions in parts of the country.
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Farmers may face challenges due to the unseasonal rain affecting crop conditions, while residents should prepare for potential disruptions from thunderstorms.
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