Heavy rain and storms forecast across 20 states from 8 September, winds up to 80 kmph

The India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain and thunderstorm forecast for several parts of India beginning 8 September. The alert covers the period through 11 September, with winds expected to reach 70 to 80 kmph in some locations. Mountain regions have also been placed under a landslide warning.

Eastern states may experience lightning and thunderstorms, while rising river levels have been flagged in several areas. Weather conditions over the Bay of Bengal are expected to affect eastern India. An upper-air cyclonic circulation is present over Assam and adjoining areas, while another is present over Saurashtra and nearby regions.

States included in the forecast

The weather warning covers Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Gujarat, Assam and Maharashtra. The article describes this coverage as involving 20 states, although the state list contains 22 names.

Some areas may see temperatures fall by 4 to 5 degrees Celsius. The strongest regional wind forecasts include 60 to 70 kmph in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, 70 kmph in West Bengal, and 65 kmph in parts of Chhattisgarh.

Regional forecasts for 8 September

# Uttar Pradesh and Bihar

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast in Kheri, Bahraich, Balrampur, Agra, Kanpur, Sitapur, Hardoi, Siddharthnagar, Shravasti, Gonda, Maharajganj, Kushinagar, Deoria and Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh. Winds may reach 60 to 70 kmph. Lucknow is forecast to record a maximum temperature of 31°C and a minimum of 26°C.

In Bihar, the warning covers West Champaran, East Champaran, Siwan, Saran, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Gopalganj, Araria, Kishanganj, Katihar, Purnia, Supaul, Saharsa, Madhepura, Bhagalpur, Munger, Khagaria and Begusarai. Winds may reach 60 to 70 kmph. Patna is expected to record 32°C as the maximum and 27°C as the minimum.

# Jharkhand, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir

Jamshedpur, Dumka, Palamu, Chatra, Bokaro, Deoghar, Gumla, Godda, Hazaribagh, West Singhbhum and East Singhbhum are under a heavy rain and storm warning in Jharkhand. Gusts may reach 40 to 50 kmph. Ranchi is forecast to see 28°C and 23°C as its maximum and minimum temperatures.

In Uttarakhand, heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Almora, Pithoragarh, Nainital, Rishikesh, Pauri Garhwal, Chamoli, Tehri Garhwal, Rudraprayag, Haridwar and Rishikesh. Winds may reach 40 to 50 kmph. Dehradun is expected to record a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C.

Anantnag, Kupwara, Jammu, Poonch, Reasi, Mirpur, Kishtwar and Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir also face heavy rain and storm warnings. Wind speeds may reach 45 to 50 kmph. Srinagar is forecast to record 29°C during the day and 16°C at night.

# Himachal Pradesh and Delhi

Himachal Pradesh has a separate alert for 10 to 12 September covering Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Kinnaur, Chamba, Solan, Hamirpur and Bilaspur. Moderate rain and storms are expected, with winds of 40 to 45 kmph. Manali is forecast to record a maximum of 14°C and a minimum of 6°C on 8 September.

Delhi has a light rain and thunderstorm warning for 11 September. For 8 September, the capital is forecast to record a maximum temperature of 34°C and a minimum of 26°C.

Forecasts for eastern and central India

West Bengal may see heavy rain and storms in Howrah, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, West Midnapore, Purba Bardhaman, Bankura, Alipurduar, Darjeeling, Cooch Behar, Durgapur, Birbhum and Kolkata. Winds may reach 70 kmph. Kolkata is forecast to record 32°C and 27°C.

In Chhattisgarh, the alert covers Raipur, Surajpur, Surguja, Bilaspur, Dhamtari, Janjgir, Durg, Korba and Mahasamund. Wind gusts may reach 65 kmph.

Odisha is expected to receive moderate to heavy rain in Keonjhar, Balangir, Bhubaneswar, Sundargarh, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj, Puri and Balasore. Storms may produce winds of up to 60 kmph.

Rajasthan has a moderate to heavy rain warning for Baran, Sawai Madhopur, Churu, Kota, Karauli, Dholpur, Udaipur, Bharatpur and Jaipur. Gusts may reach 50 kmph. Jaipur is forecast to record 33°C and 24°C.

Madhya Pradesh has a yellow alert for rain and storms in Seoni, Anuppur, Damoh, Vidisha, Hoshangabad, Khargone, Betul, Mandla, Shahdol, Khandwa, Narsinghpur, Dewas, Harda, Indore and Sagar. Winds may reach 55 to 60 kmph. Bhopal is forecast to record 30°C and 23°C.

Punjab has a heavy rain and thunderstorm warning for Firozpur, Sangrur, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Bathinda, Barnala and Faridkot. Wind gusts may reach 60 kmph.

City temperature outlook

Conclusion

The forecast points to a period of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across several regions from 8 to 11 September, with separate timing for Delhi and Himachal Pradesh. Mountain areas face a landslide warning, while eastern India has additional lightning and river-level concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When is the heavy rain warning in effect?

The main warning covers 8 to 11 September. Himachal Pradesh has a separate alert for 10 to 12 September, while Delhi has a rain and thunderstorm warning for 11 September.

Q. How strong could the winds be?

Winds may reach 70 to 80 kmph in some areas. Regional forecasts include 60 to 70 kmph in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar and 70 kmph in West Bengal.

Q. Which areas face a landslide warning?

Mountain regions, including Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir, have rain and storm warnings; the forecast specifically includes a landslide warning for hill areas.

Q. What is forecast for Delhi on 8 September?

Delhi is expected to record a maximum temperature of 34°C and a minimum of 26°C. A light rain and thunderstorm warning is listed for 11 September.

Q. What is forecast for Lucknow and Patna?

Lucknow is forecast to reach 31°C with a minimum of 26°C. Patna is expected to record 32°C and 27°C.