The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued forecasts indicating the southwest monsoon's continued advancement, bringing significant rainfall to parts of South India while other regions experience varied weather conditions, including thunderstorms and heatwaves.
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Southern States
Following its arrival in Kerala on June 4, the southwest monsoon has progressed into Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Goa. The IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall for Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu on June 6 and 7. Isolated areas within Kerala could experience extremely heavy rainfall during this period, raising concerns about potential waterlogging in low-lying urban areas.
This intensified rainfall activity is expected to persist across the southern peninsula as the monsoon system strengthens and moves further northward.
Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds in North India
Concurrently, a western disturbance is influencing weather patterns across North India. This system is expected to trigger light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. Regions such as Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and parts of Rajasthan are likely to see winds reaching 40 to 60 kmph on June 6.
A western disturbance, originating in the Mediterranean, is an extratropical storm that typically brings precipitation and a drop in temperatures to the Himalayan region and its surrounding plains. The IMD has also warned of lightning risks during these intense spells, advising residents to seek indoor shelter and avoid standing under trees.
Heatwave Conditions in Eastern Regions
While some areas receive rain, parts of Bihar and East Uttar Pradesh are forecast to experience heatwave conditions in the coming days. A heatwave is characterized by excessively hot weather, sometimes accompanied by high humidity.
After the current spell of storms subsides in northwest India, temperatures are expected to gradually rise by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius. The overall weather pattern remains complex, with heavy monsoonal downpours in the south, pre-monsoon thunderstorms in the north, and a return of heat in certain eastern regions.