The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across various parts of India with many states expected to experience unsettled weather conditions in the coming days.
Heavy rainfall is expected over Uttarakhand, South Interior Karnataka and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands today and thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and strong winds are expected in northeastern India in the next few days.
The weather system is expected to bring heavy rainfall activity to different regions and residents should be kept in the loop on local weather updates and advisories. Uttarakhand is among the most likely to receive heavy rainfall today.
The mountainous terrain of the state can be especially susceptible to weather-related disruptions during periods of heavy rain, with waterlogging, landslides and difficult road conditions in susceptible areas.
South Interior Karnataka will also experience heavy rainfall today. The forecast is particularly important to districts in the interior of the state as they are prone to be affected by heavy rain and the city will be affected during periods of torrential rainfall, impacting roads and local infrastructure. Bengaluru and the surrounding area could also experience weather changes depending on the movement and intensity of rainfall systems, and the intensity could be very different from one location to the next.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are another place under the heavy rainfall forecast. The island area may also experience heavy rains during the island region, along with cloudy conditions and changes in wind patterns. People in the coastal and island areas should also monitor official weather information, especially those planning outdoor activities and travel.
Over the next two days, the IMD has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds over northeastern India. Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura are among the states which are expected to experience such conditions. Thunderstorms can develop rapidly and lightning and strong winds can cause temporary interruptions to transportation, electricity and outdoor activities.
Apart from the heavy-rainfall areas, other regions are expected to experience similar weather conditions today. The IMD forecast includes Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada, Odisha and Telangana. Weather conditions may include thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and rainfall in different locations, depending on local atmospheric conditions.
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal could experience rain and thunderstorms, and parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana may also see unsettled weather. Odisha and Bihar are among the eastern states where weather activity is expected. Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada could also receive rainfall and thunderstorm activity.
This forecast shows that the current weather activity is widespread and covers northern, southern, eastern, northeastern and island regions of the country. Heavy rains can help relieve heat and support agriculture, but heavy rain and thunderstorms can also cause short-term disruptions. Local authorities and residents in the affected areas should take appropriate precautions, particularly during periods of lightning, strong winds or intense rainfall.
People traveling in areas under heavy rainfall or thunderstorm forecasts should check updated local weather information before taking off. During thunderstorms, it is advisable to avoid exposed outdoor locations and to follow safety advice from local authorities. Motorists must also be careful in areas where heavy rain reduces visibility or causes water accumulation on roads.
The IMD forecast is subject to change as weather systems evolve. Residents should continue to monitor official updates for the latest information on rainfall intensity, thunderstorms and wind conditions in their local area. The next two days are expected to be particularly important for northeastern states where thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds have been forecast.
𝐈𝐌𝐃 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭
— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) September 28, 2026
🌧️Heavy rainfall over Uttarakhand, South Interior Karnataka and Andaman and Nicobar Islands today.
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That being said, the IMD weather forecast points to active weather conditions across several parts of India. Heavy rainfall is expected today over Uttarakhand, South Interior Karnataka and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while northeastern states could experience thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds during the next two days.
Other states and Union Territories like Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and Puducherry are also likely to witness similar weather activity.
