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India Braces for Mixed Weather: Heavy Rain, Dry Spells Clash
23 Sep
Summary
- Odisha and Coastal Andhra Pradesh face the strongest rainfall alerts.
- Delhi is expected to remain dry with clear skies and warm temperatures.
- South Interior Karnataka and parts of Maharashtra are under heavy rain warnings.
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, India's weather forecast presents a stark contrast between dry conditions and intense rainfall across different regions. Delhi is expected to remain predominantly dry with clear skies and temperatures around 35°C.
Conversely, states like Odisha and Coastal Andhra Pradesh are under severe weather warnings, anticipating very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the coming days. These areas face the highest risk of intense downpours, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
Parts of Karnataka, including Bengaluru, and Maharashtra are also bracing for heavy rain and thunderstorms. Gujarat has a thunderstorm and lightning warning for isolated places.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) notes that conditions are becoming favorable for the southwest monsoon's withdrawal from parts of West Rajasthan, signaling a gradual retreat in northwest India.
Residents in areas under heavy rain or thunderstorm warnings are advised to monitor local updates and remain vigilant for sudden weather changes.