The weather has drastically changed in several states across India, including Delhi-NCR, where a severe heatwave has been prevalent.
However, relief came as rain showers occurred in Delhi and Ghaziabad on Thursday afternoon, providing respite from the scorching heat.
Monsoon Impact in Different Regions
In Bihar, heavy rainfall has been reported following the onset of the monsoon, significantly lowering temperatures in many areas.
The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa on June 22, with an orange alert in effect for Odisha.
Varied Weather Alerts
While Uttar Pradesh faces a yellow alert for heatwave conditions, the arrival of monsoon showers has eased heatwave intensity across northern plains including Bihar. Despite this, several regions continue to experience severe heat.
Forecast for Rainfall
According to the Meteorological Department, West Bengal, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh are likely to experience heavy rains in the coming days.
Specifically, heavy rainfall is predicted for West Bengal on June 23, Sikkim on June 24, and Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura on June 22.
Upcoming Rainfall Predictions
The forecast indicates heavy rainfall in Bihar from June 21 to 25, in Odisha on June 21 and 22, and in Jharkhand on June 24 and 25.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are expected to experience heavy rains from June 22 to 25, with Konkan, Goa,
and coastal Maharashtra seeing heavy rainfall from June 21 to 25. Gujarat and Marathwada can expect heavy rains on June 23, and Rajasthan on June 24-25.
Heatwave Alerts
Uttar Pradesh faces a heatwave alert until June 24, with Jammu and Kashmir expecting heatwave conditions from June 23 to 25. A decrease in heatwave severity is anticipated after June 25 in these regions.
Cool Weekend Ahead for Delhi
Delhi can expect cloudy skies on June 22, 2024, with maximum temperatures ranging between 40-41 degrees Celsius.
Some areas may experience rain, bringing relief from the intense heat. Previously exceeding 50 degrees, temperatures have now dropped to around 40 degrees, promising a cooler weekend ahead for Delhi residents.
