NEW DELHI: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall across several parts of the country over the next few days, with heavy to very heavy rain likely over Gujarat, while heavy showers are also expected in Rajasthan, Delhi-NCR, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya and parts of the Northeast. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are also likely in many regions as active monsoon conditions persist.IMD alert: Heavy rain, thunderstorms in several statesAccording to the IMD, a low-pressure area over southeast Rajasthan and adjoining Madhya Pradesh, along with the active monsoon trough and cyclonic circulations, is expected to keep rainfall activity vigorous across northwest, central and western India over the next few days. Gujarat is likely to receive the heaviest rainfall during this period, while widespread showers are expected across several other states.Delhi-NCR weather tomorrowDelhi and the adjoining NCR are likely to witness light to moderate rain with thunderstorms tomorrow. Rainfall activity is expected to increase over the following two to four days, with heavy rain likely at isolated places from July 27. Cloudy skies and humid conditions are expected to continue.State-wise weather forecastDelhiLight to moderate rain and thunderstorms are likely tomorrow, with cloudy skies keeping temperatures near normal. Rainfall activity is expected to increase over the following two to three days, with heavy rain likely at isolated places from July 27.MumbaiMumbai and the Konkan region are likely to receive heavy rainfall tomorrow, with isolated very heavy spells possible. Waterlogging in low-lying areas and traffic disruptions cannot be ruled out as active monsoon conditions continue.AhmedabadAhmedabad is likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall, with isolated extremely heavy spells across Gujarat. The IMD has warned of possible localised flooding, waterlogging and disruption to normal life in several districts.JaipurJaipur and other parts of East Rajasthan are expected to receive heavy rainfall, with isolated extremely heavy spells likely in the region. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning may also occur as the low-pressure system remains active.KolkataKolkata and parts of Gangetic West Bengal are likely to witness thunderstorms with moderate to heavy showers tomorrow. Gusty winds may accompany the storms, while rainfall activity is expected to remain active over the coming days.HyderabadHyderabad is likely to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds. Strong surface winds are also expected over Telangana, while light to moderate rain may occur at isolated places.BengaluruBengaluru is likely to experience thunderstorms with gusty winds during the day. While widespread heavy rain is not expected over the city, parts of Karnataka may witness strong winds and scattered showers.ChennaiChennai is likely to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds. Light to moderate showers may occur at isolated places as weather conditions remain favourable for convective activity over Tamil Nadu.GuwahatiGuwahati and other parts of Assam are likely to receive heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Rainfall activity is expected to continue across the Northeast over the next several days under active monsoon conditions.GujaratHeavy to very heavy rainfall is likely, with isolated extremely heavy rainfall over the next day. Heavy rain is expected to continue over the following two to three days, raising the possibility of waterlogging and localised flooding in vulnerable areas.RajasthanHeavy rainfall is likely over several parts of the state, with East Rajasthan expected to receive isolated extremely heavy spells. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also likely, while rain activity is expected to continue over the next few days.Delhi, Haryana and PunjabLight to moderate rain and thunderstorms are likely initially, with rainfall activity set to intensify over the coming days. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places across Delhi, Haryana and Punjab from July 27 onwards.Himachal Pradesh and UttarakhandHeavy rainfall is expected to continue over the next few days, with isolated very heavy rainfall likely from July 27 onwards. The IMD has advised residents to remain alert in landslide-prone and low-lying areas.Madhya PradeshHeavy rainfall is likely over many parts of Madhya Pradesh during the next two days. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are also expected at isolated places under the influence of the active low-pressure system.OdishaHeavy rainfall is likely at isolated places over the next two days, with thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in several districts. Rainfall activity is likely to increase again during the latter half of the forecast period.Bihar and West BengalHeavy rainfall is likely over Bihar, while Gangetic West Bengal may witness heavy showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. Rain activity is expected to remain active over the next few days.Assam, Meghalaya and NortheastHeavy rainfall is likely across Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura over the next several days. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also expected across much of the Northeast.Konkan and GoaHeavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Konkan and Goa, with isolated intense spells expected. Waterlogging and traffic disruptions are possible in low-lying areas as monsoon activity remains active.Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and TelanganaThunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are likely over Tamil Nadu and Interior Karnataka, while Telangana may witness thunderstorms and strong surface winds. Coastal Karnataka is also expected to receive heavy rainfall.Monsoon updateThe IMD said active monsoon conditions will persist over the country due to a low-pressure area over southeast Rajasthan and adjoining Madhya Pradesh, supported by the monsoon trough and multiple cyclonic circulations. These systems are expected to keep rainfall activity active over northwest, central, western and northeastern India during the next few days.IMD’s latest forecastAccording to the IMD’s latest forecast, Gujarat is likely to receive the heaviest rainfall over the next two days, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected across large parts of north, central, eastern and southern India. The weather department has also warned of possible waterlogging, localised flooding and traffic disruptions in areas receiving very heavy rainfall.
