- By Aditya Jha
- Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:06 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Weather Update: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has stated that several states are likely to witness a sudden surge in heat in the upcoming days. The weather department stated that the maximum temperature, especially in the northern states, is set to increase by four to six degrees Celsius in the next few days. However, it also clarified that some regions of the northeastern and southern states are also likely to witness light rain. The weather department has advised the residents to stay updated to avoid any inconveniences.
While providing details, the weather department stated that temperatures will rise rapidly across several states, including Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Bihar, and parts of Uttar Pradesh. However, it asserted that the strong surface winds will improve the air quality of the national capital. The sudden rise in temperature, especially during the day hours, will lead to inconveniences to the residents.
While the residents are also set to witness heatwave, several regions are set to receive rainfall till April 18, providing relief. The IMD stated that parts of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are likely to witness rainfall for the next few days. Along with rain, several regions are also set to witness lightning, strong surface wind, and thunderstorms.
The occasional rain in these states will reduce the temperature by two to three degrees Celsius, providing temporary relief. The weather department further stated that several northeastern states, including Meghalaya, Assam, and Tripura, are set to witness heavy rain till April 19.
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Apart from this, light rain is also likely in parts of southern states, including Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh; however, the effects of heat and humidity will persist there as well. The IMD has advised the fishermen of the coastal regions to follow the guidelines and limit their outings during the rainfall.
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