Weather Tomorrow, August 29: IMD Issues Heavy Rain Warning for Northeast, Bihar, Jharkhand, Check Regional Forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued comprehensive warnings for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms for August 29, indicating an active phase of the southwest monsoon across multiple parts of the country. Widespread to fairly widespread precipitation is expected in eastern, central, and northeastern regions, with authorities flagging risks of localised waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Citizens and travellers across the affected states are advised to stay updated with local advisories and nowcast warnings.
Heavy Showers Expected in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha
Eastern India remains a primary focus for severe weather systems, with the IMD predicting heavy downpours and gusty winds. Bihar is very likely to experience fairly widespread rainfall accompanied by isolated thunderstorms, lightning, and sudden wind squalls. Neighbouring Jharkhand is similarly slated for widespread wet spells, ls with gusty winds affecting districts such as Ranchi, Dhanbad, and Jamshedpur. Meanwhile, Odisha faces a stringent weather watch, with the weather bureau warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations, prompting caution in coastal and low-lying zones.
Northeast and Hill States Weather Updates
Hilly terrain and the northeastern states will continue to experience intense monsoon activity. Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are expected to witness fairly widespread rainfall with isolated heavy spells. In North India, Uttarakhand is slated to receive widespread showers,g with lightning activity in isolated pockets. At the same time,e Jammu and Kashmir and parts of Himachal Pradesh can anticipate scattered to moderate rainfall accompanied by strong surface winds.
Central India and Delhi-NCR Forecast
Central India is receiving robust moisture feeds, with East Madhya Pradesh bracing for fairly widespread downpours and isolated heavy rainfall, while West Madhya Pradesh will see scattered showers. In the national capital, Delhi, and neighbouring NCR areas, including Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad, are predicted to experience intermittent spells of rain, thunder, and gusty winds reaching up to 50 km/h, which may affect evening traffic and commuting routes. Maharashtra and coastal belts will also experience moderate-to-heavy spells, keeping overall national monsoon activity robust.
