Weather conditions are set to turn active once again across many parts of the country, including North India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for the coming days, forecasting rainfall, strong thunderstorms, snowfall and hailstorms in several regions. On 23 January, weather activity is expected to intensify from the Himalayan states to the plains, with strong winds, lightning and a drop in temperatures likely to affect normal life. In view of the adverse conditions, the weather department has advised people to remain alert and take necessary precautions.
On 23 January, Punjab may witness fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall. At the same time, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, western Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are likely to experience isolated to scattered light to moderate rain. Eastern Uttar Pradesh may receive rainfall on 23 and 24 January.
The IMD has warned that Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab weather and Rajasthan may witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning on 23 January. Wind speeds are expected to range between 40–50 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 60 kmph. Similar thunderstorm activity is also likely over Uttarakhand, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh on the same day.
According to IMD, hailstorm activity is likely over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh. Hailstorms may also occur in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab and northern Rajasthan. On 23 January, isolated heavy rainfall and snowfall may occur over the Kashmir Valley, while higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are likely to witness heavy snowfall. Punjab has also been placed under a heavy rainfall alert.
Minimum temperatures over Northwest India are likely to fall by 2–4°C over the next two days, followed by a gradual rise over the subsequent four days. Similar temperature fluctuations are expected in some other parts of the country, while no significant change is likely over the remaining regions.
Weather conditions are also expected to remain severe in all districts of Delhi, along with Ambala and Karnal in Haryana, Ludhiana in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Ajmer and Sikar in Rajasthan. Strong winds, poor weather conditions and reduced visibility may impact daily life in these areas.
The weather department has urged people to exercise caution, avoid standing under trees, electric poles or weak structures, and limit non-essential travel. Citizens are also advised to check road and traffic conditions before stepping out due to reduced visibility and adverse weather.
FAQs:
Q1. Which states are under IMD weather warning?
Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.
Q2. Will there be snowfall on 23 January?
Yes, snowfall is likely in Kashmir Valley and higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Q3. Is hailstorm expected in North India?
Yes, hailstorm activity is possible in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh.
Q4. How strong will the winds be during thunderstorms?
Winds may blow at 40–50 kmph, with gusts up to 60 kmph.
Q5. How can farmers stay updated on weather impact?
Farmers can follow IMD alerts and agri-market insights from Khetivyapar for timely decisions.
