The weather in India is going to turn soon. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), a new western disturbance will be active from February 25, causing rain and snowfall in many parts of the country. The hilly states of North India, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, may receive heavy rains and snowfall. At the same time, light to moderate rains are also expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
In addition, the effect of weather will also be seen in Northeast and South India. There is a possibility of rain in Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh, while in Tamil Nadu and Kerala also clouds may be raised. This change may cause a drop in temperature in many areas, which is likely to increase cold.
Alert of rain and snowfall in North India
The greatest impact of western disturbances will be seen in the mountainous states of North India.
Jammu and Kashmir:
- There may be strong rains and heavy snowfall between 25 and 28 February.
- Snowfall in high altitude areas may disrupt roadways.
- Tourists and local residents have been advised to be vigilant.
Himachal Pradesh:
- There is a possibility of snowfall and rain in several districts from 26 to 28 February.
- Shimla, Kullu, Manali and Kinnaur can see more effects.
- Traffic may be affected due to snowfall.
Uttarakhand:
- Heavy rainfall and snowfall estimate on 27 and 28 February.
- Snowfall possible in areas like Chamoli, Uttarkashi, Pithoragarh and Badrinath.
- The administration has advised to be vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel.
Impact on plains states
- Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan may receive light to moderate rainfall between 26 to 28 February.
- Delhi-NCR is likely to be cloudy and cold winds.
- Crops can be affected due to rain, especially on wheat and mustard cultivation.
Possibility of temperature fluctuations
According to the Meteorological Department, in the coming days, there will be a rapid change in temperature in different parts of the country.
North-West India:
- The maximum temperature in the next 24 to 48 hours can rise to 2 ° C.
- After this, the temperature may fall from 3 to 5 ° C.
- Light heat during the day but nights are likely to remain cold.
Central India:
- The temperature will remain stable for the initial 24 hours.
- After that the temperature may increase by 2 to 4 ° C.
- Light cold can be felt in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
Weather will also change in Northeast and South India
The Meteorological Department has also predicted weather change in Northeast and South India.
Northeast India:
- The threat of strong lightning and thunderstorms in Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh.
- There is also a possibility of hail falling in some areas.
- The local administration has asked people to be vigilant.
South India:
- Gujarat, Konkan-Goa and coastal Karnataka may receive light rain with thunderstorms.
- Tamil Nadu and Kerala are likely to rain with thunderstorms.
- Alert for heavy rains has been issued in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Seasonal system and major activities
There are many seasonal systems active in different parts of India, which will be seen on a large scale.
Western disturbance:
- North is located in Pakistan and adjoining areas.
- Another western disturbance remains in North Iran, which will gradually move towards India.
Cyclone circulation:
- Active in Eastern Assam, which can cause heavy rains in the northeastern states.
Trough System:
- The Ganges extends from West Bengal to South Chhattisgarh.
- This is expected to cause light to moderate rain in these areas.
Weather estimate in the next few days
- There will be heavy rains and snowfall in the western Himalayan region between 26 February and 1 March.
- Light to moderate rains possible in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh from 26 February to 1 March.
- Light rain is expected in western Uttar Pradesh between 27 February and 1 March.
- Light rain may occur in some parts of northern Rajasthan on 27 and 28 February.
Today’s weather forecast
According to IMD, many significant changes can be seen in today’s weather:
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Light to moderate rains, heavy rainfall possible in some places.
- Sikkim, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh: There may be rain in many areas.
- Jammu and Kashmir and Northwest Rajasthan: Possibility of light rain.
Meteorological advice
- It is advisable to avoid traveling in areas with heavy rains and snowfall.
- Farmers have been instructed to take appropriate steps to save the crop.
- In view of the possibility of hail and thunderstorms, people have been warned to be vigilant.
