Hot and humid weather is expected to dominate southern and western India on May 1 and 2, 2025, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The forecast indicates that states such as Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Rayalaseema, Kerala, and Mahe will experience these conditions during this period. Additionally, the IMD warns that heat wave conditions are likely in isolated areas of the Jammu division and southwest Rajasthan on May 1.
In contrast, northern regions are witnessing a shift in weather patterns due to the influence of a Western Disturbance. This phenomenon has led to a cooling effect in the Delhi-NCR area, with temperatures recorded at 34 degrees Celsius, which is 2 degrees below normal. The IMD has predicted light rain and thundershowers across North India for the next 24 to 48 hours, particularly impacting areas like Bihar.
On May 1, thunderstorms are expected in Bihar, with strong winds reaching speeds of 40-50 km/h. However, the IMD assures that no extreme heat conditions will be present in the state. The forecast suggests that while the morning may be hot, partial rain could occur after noon, especially in districts such as Jamui, Bhagalpur, and Nawada.
Rain warnings extend to the hilly states of North India, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where both rain and snowfall are anticipated. Light rain is also expected in parts of Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, pre-monsoon rain activities are intensifying in southern states like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, with the IMD issuing warnings for thunderstorms and lightning in several districts of Madhya Pradesh.
In the upcoming days, the weather in Delhi is expected to remain unsettled. The IMD has issued a warning for rain accompanied by thunder on May 2 and 3. The forecast predicts a slight drop in temperatures due to rain, with a maximum temperature around 37 degrees Celsius and a minimum of approximately 26 degrees Celsius.
As for Uttar Pradesh, rain warnings have been issued for various districts, including Kaushambi, Prayagraj, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh, Varanasi, Sonbhadra, Mirzapur, Chandauli, Sant Ravidas Nagar, Jaunpur, and Ghazipur. The IMD's alerts highlight that the weather is changing rapidly across the country, with distinct patterns emerging in different regions.
For southern India, isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds is likely over Karnataka, coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, Telangana, Rayalaseema, Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next week. Thundersqualls are predicted to reach wind speeds of 50-60 km/h in north Interior Karnataka from May 1 to 4.
In the Northeast, widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds. Isolated hailstorms are also likely over Nagaland and Manipur on May 1. This weather pattern is indicative of a fresh and active Western Disturbance impacting northwest India from May 2, which will bring scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall across Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand during the period from May 1 to 6.
Overall, the weather forecast for the coming days presents a mixed bag of conditions across India. While some regions brace for heat and humidity, others prepare for rain and thunderstorms, showcasing the country's diverse climatic patterns. As weather changes rapidly, residents are urged to stay updated with the latest forecasts from the IMD.
