The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather alert for June 15, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds across 17 states.
According to the forecast, wind speeds may reach 70 to 80 kmph in several regions. Such strong winds could uproot trees, damage weak structures, and disrupt daily life.
People have been advised to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather conditions.
The weather department has also warned of possible hailstorms in some areas.
A low-pressure system has formed over central Uttar Pradesh, while a cyclonic circulation is extending from western Rajasthan towards the Gangetic plains and West Bengal, increasing the chances of widespread rainfall.
17 States Under Rain and Thunderstorm Alert
The IMD has issued heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings for the following states:
Uttar Pradesh
Bihar
Delhi
Rajasthan
Haryana
Uttarakhand
Punjab
Himachal Pradesh
Jammu and Kashmir
Sikkim
West Bengal
Odisha
Jharkhand
Chhattisgarh
Madhya Pradesh
Maharashtra
Assam
Eastern India is likely to witness lightning and thunderstorms along with heavy rainfall. Farmers and fishermen have been advised to remain cautious.
Delhi Weather Forecast
Delhi is expected to receive rain and thunderstorms on June 15. Wind speeds may reach 50 to 60 kmph.
Maximum Temperature: 37°C
Minimum Temperature: 27°C
Uttar Pradesh Weather Forecast
Heavy rain and thunderstorm alerts have been issued for several districts, including Meerut, Noida, Muzaffarnagar, Mathura, Agra, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Maharajganj.
Lucknow Forecast:
Maximum Temperature: 39°C
Minimum Temperature: 29°C
Bihar Weather Forecast
Bihar is likely to experience heavy rain and strong storms between June 15 and 16.
Districts under alert include Patna, Gaya, Aurangabad, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Purnia, Katihar, Kishanganj, Bhagalpur, and Munger.
Wind speeds may reach 65 to 70 kmph.
Patna Forecast:
Maximum Temperature: 39°C
Minimum Temperature: 29°C
Jharkhand Weather Forecast
Heavy rain and storm warnings have been issued for Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Dumka, Deoghar, and several other districts.
Wind speeds may touch 70 to 80 kmph.
Ranchi Forecast:
Maximum Temperature: 35°C
Minimum Temperature: 25°C
Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh Weather
Uttarakhand
Rain and thunderstorm alerts have been issued for Nainital, Chamoli, Haridwar, Almora, Rudraprayag, and nearby areas.
Wind Speed: 60-65 kmph
Dehradun Temperature: 32°C / 23°C
Himachal Pradesh
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Shimla, Kangra, Kullu, Solan, Hamirpur, Una, and Sirmaur.
Wind Speed: 50-55 kmph
Manali Temperature: 12°C / 3°C
Jammu and Kashmir Weather
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in Jammu, Poonch, Kupwara, Kulgam, Kathua, Udhampur, Anantnag, and nearby districts.
Srinagar Forecast:
Maximum Temperature: 26°C
Minimum Temperature: 14°C
West Bengal, Punjab and Rajasthan on Alert
West Bengal
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Bankura, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Malda, Murshidabad, and Birbhum.
Wind Speed: 55-60 kmph
Kolkata Temperature: 36°C / 28°C
Punjab
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bathinda, Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Moga, and nearby districts.
Wind Speed: 50-55 kmph
Rajasthan
A yellow alert has been issued for moderate to heavy rain in Alwar, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Jodhpur, Barmer, Churu, Sikar, and several other districts.
Wind Speed: 65-70 kmph
Jaipur Temperature: 37°C / 28°C
Madhya Pradesh and Assam Weather Forecast
Madhya Pradesh
Heavy rain and storm alerts have been issued for Bhopal, Rajgarh, Dewas, Vidisha, Balaghat, Seoni, Khandwa, and other districts.
Wind Speed: 50-55 kmph
Bhopal Temperature: 35°C / 26°C
Assam
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Jorhat, Hailakandi, and Goalpara.
Wind Speed: Up to 70 kmph
Important Safety Advice
With strong winds, heavy rainfall, and lightning expected in many states, people should avoid open areas during storms and stay away from large trees and weak structures.
Travelers, farmers, and fishermen should closely follow local weather updates and take necessary precautions before heading outdoors.
