What is the current weather outlook for northwest and central India?

Heatwave conditions are expected to persist in scattered pockets of northwest and central India for the next three days.

Where is thunderstorm activity predicted in India?

Thunderstorm activity is likely over East India during the next week, with specific periods also noted for northwest and central India.

Are there any heavy rainfall warnings for Northeast India?

Yes, isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, and northeast India during the upcoming week.

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India Faces Dual Threat: Heatwaves Persist, Thunderstorms Loom

28 Apr

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Summary

Heatwave conditions expected in northwest and central India for three days.
Thunderstorms predicted across East India for a week, starting April 27.
Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Northeast India may experience heavy rainfall.

India Faces Dual Threat: Heatwaves Persist, Thunderstorms Loom

Heatwave conditions are anticipated to persist in scattered areas of northwest and central India for the next three days, with a subsequent abatement expected. This forecast comes from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) as of April 26, 2026. The weather agency also predicts thunderstorm activity across East India for the upcoming week, specifically from April 27 to May 2 in northwest India, and April 27 to April 30 in central India.