Just as northern India begins to experience rising temperatures ahead of the summer season, a fresh spell of unsettled weather is set to impact the region.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), two successive western disturbances are expected to influence northwest India, with the first system likely to arrive on March 26. These weather systems are anticipated to bring rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across several northern states.
Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness light to moderate rainfall across lower and mid-hill regions, while higher altitudes may receive more intense precipitation. The impact of these disturbances could also extend to parts of Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.
In Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), the IMD has forecast the possibility of light rain or drizzle accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and winds reaching speeds of 20–30 kmph, with gusts up to 40 kmph, particularly during the afternoon of March 26.
The changing weather conditions are also expected to cause fluctuations in temperature. Daytime temperatures may rise by 2–3°C over the next couple of days before dipping by 1–2°C shortly after, with no significant change expected through March 29.
This is not an isolated event. The region has already experienced multiple active western disturbances in recent weeks, leading to unseasonal rainfall, thunderstorms, and hail in several areas.
The IMD has indicated that this pattern is likely to persist into early April. Between March 26 and April 1, fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall is expected over the western Himalayan region and parts of northeast India, along with continued thunderstorm activity.
While most rainfall spells are expected to remain moderate, residents in hilly areas are advised to stay cautious due to the risk of lightning and strong winds. Travellers planning visits to hill states such as Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are also advised to monitor local weather updates and advisories.
As spring transitions into summer, these intermittent weather systems are likely to delay the onset of intense heat, bringing temporary relief but also potential disruptions across the region.
Originally published on 24×7-news.com.
