The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for severe heat wave conditions in Rajasthan today, with temperatures expected to remain dangerously high across several districts.
According to the IMD, heat wave conditions are also likely to persist over Gujarat, Maharashtra, and West Madhya Pradesh till tomorrow, raising concerns over public health, water stress, and power demand.
The weather department further warned of hot and humid conditions across Coastal Karnataka, while multiple regions are expected to witness sharp weather fluctuations including heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms.
Key Weather Alerts Issued by IMD
- Red Alert: Rajasthan due to severe heat wave conditions
- Heat Wave Warning: Gujarat, Maharashtra, West Madhya Pradesh
- Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall: Northeast India and Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Hailstorm Alert: Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
- Thunderstorm & Lightning Warning: Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, East Uttar Pradesh and several southern states
States Likely to Witness Thunderstorms
The IMD has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds over:
- Delhi-NCR
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Chandigarh
- Jharkhand
- Chhattisgarh
- East Uttar Pradesh
Similar weather activity is also expected over:
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Odisha
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Coastal Andhra Pradesh
- Lakshadweep
- Puducherry and Karaikal
Why It Matters
The simultaneous occurrence of extreme heat in western India and heavy rainfall in northeastern regions highlights intensifying weather variability ahead of the monsoon transition phase.
Authorities have advised residents in heat wave-affected regions to:
- Avoid direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours
- Stay hydrated
- Limit outdoor activity
- Monitor official weather advisories
Meanwhile, people in rainfall-prone areas have been cautioned about localized flooding, reduced visibility, and travel disruptions due to thunderstorms and strong winds.
