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India Braces for October Rain: Delhi, North, South Hit
12 Oct
Summary
- Rain and thunderstorms forecast across India on October 12.
- Gusty winds up to 60 kmph expected in isolated areas.
- Wet weather predicted to continue for several days across various regions.
As of October 12, 2026, India is facing a forecast of widespread rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, alongside predictions for eastern and southern regions. Gusty winds are also expected, with speeds potentially reaching 40-60 kmph in some areas.
The weather system is predicted to persist, with rainfall continuing in Punjab until October 14 and in Haryana and Chandigarh until October 15. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand can expect further rain in the coming days, with Himachal Pradesh likely to see precipitation again on October 16 and 17. Residents in hilly areas are advised to be vigilant for waterlogging and potential landslides.
Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are scheduled to experience scattered rainfall through mid-October, with specific dates for West Rajasthan and East Rajasthan. Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh will see similar conditions, including thunderstorms and strong winds, particularly on October 12 and 13. Eastern states like Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha are also anticipating rain through mid to late October.
Northeast India, including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, is forecast to receive rainfall between October 13 and 17. Southern states, notably Kerala, Mahe, and Tamil Nadu, are bracing for widespread rainfall and isolated heavy downpours on October 16 and 17. Coastal and interior Karnataka, along with Lakshadweep, are also included in the rainfall predictions.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands will experience isolated to scattered rainfall between October 12 and 17. This extensive forecast highlights a significant weather pattern affecting a large portion of the country over the next week.
