India has witnessed a sharp contrast in weather conditions over the past 24 hours, with extreme heat colliding with intense rainfall and storm activity across different regions. According to the latest data from the India Meteorological Department, the country is currently experiencing a mix of weather extremes, ranging from heavy rain and hailstorms in the east and northeast to scorching heat across northern, central, and western parts.
Several parts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam & Meghalaya, and Odisha recorded heavy rainfall ranging between 7 to 11 cm. The persistent showers have disrupted daily life and impacted local agricultural activities, especially in vulnerable regions.
Widespread thunderstorm activity accompanied by strong winds has been reported across the country. Wind speeds of 50–90 km/h were recorded in Assam & Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim.
Meanwhile, states like Odisha, Bihar, Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Konkan & Goa, and Gujarat experienced gusty winds ranging between 30–50 km/h.
Hailstorm incidents have been reported in parts of Assam & Meghalaya, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim, Marathwada, and Madhya Maharashtra. These events have heightened concerns over crop damage, posing a potential setback for farmers.
Warm Nights Add to Discomfort in Haryana:
Parts of Haryana witnessed unusually warm nights, with minimum temperatures staying above normal levels. This “warm night” condition has increased discomfort, especially as daytime heat continues to intensify.
Delhi-NCR Braces for Rising Heat and Heatwave Conditions:
The Delhi-NCR region is expected to see a further rise in temperatures. Clear skies on April 23 will push maximum temperatures to 40–42°C, while minimum temperatures may hover between 23–25°C. Heatwave conditions are likely on April 24 and 25, with temperatures potentially soaring to 42–44°C, increasing heat stress across the region.
Temperatures Cross 40°C in Several States:
Extreme heat has gripped large parts of the country. Regions including East Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Vidarbha, East Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand recorded temperatures between 40–45°C.
Banda in Uttar Pradesh reported the highest temperature at 44.2°C. Meanwhile, Punjab, Delhi, and some coastal areas experienced temperatures in the range of 36–40°C.
Above-Normal Temperatures Widespread:
Temperatures remained significantly above normal in several regions. Himachal Pradesh and parts of Jammu & Kashmir recorded temperatures more than 5°C above average.
States like Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh saw temperatures 3–5°C above normal, while Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and parts of South India also experienced higher-than-average heat levels.
FAQs:
1. What is causing extreme weather in India right now?
A combination of heatwave conditions and active western disturbances is causing contrasting weather.
2. Which states are receiving heavy rainfall?
Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Odisha are seeing significant rainfall.
3. How are farmers affected by hailstorms?
Hailstorms can damage standing crops, leading to financial losses.
4. What temperatures are being recorded in North India?
Many regions are recording 40–45°C, with some areas crossing 44°C.
5. Will heatwave conditions continue?
Yes, according to IMD, heatwave conditions may persist in the coming days.
