The month of January is about to end, but the cold and bad weather in the country does not seem to be stopping yet. Releasing the latest forecast, the Indian Meteorological Department has said that on January 27, the weather may take a sudden turn in many parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department, rain, strong winds and storms are expected in a total of 13 states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu and Kashmir, Tamil Nadu. The Meteorological Department says that due to the activation of Western Disturbance, the weather patterns are going to change completely, especially in North India, due to which the temperature may drop and cold may increase.

An active western disturbance is moving towards Delhi-NCR, due to which the Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert. There is a possibility of cloudy sky throughout the day in the capital and surrounding areas. Light rain and thundershowers may be accompanied by strong winds at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour. According to the Meteorological Department, there are chances of rain from afternoon till night. The minimum temperature is likely to be around 9 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature is likely to be around 19 degrees Celsius. Due to clouds and rain, cold can be felt even during the day.

Fear of rain and hailstorm in Uttar Pradesh

The weather is expected to be more active in Uttar Pradesh on 27 and 28 January. According to the Meteorological Department, there may be moderate to heavy rain in many parts of the state. There is also a possibility of hailstorm and thunderstorm at some places in western Uttar Pradesh. The effect of rain and strong winds can be seen from Meerut, Ghaziabad, Shamli to Ayodhya and Sultanpur. There is a possibility of a drop in the temperature after the rain, due to which the maximum temperature in areas like Noida, Ghaziabad and Meerut may remain around 19 degrees Celsius.

Western disturbance became active again in Rajasthan

A new western disturbance is also becoming active in Rajasthan, due to which the weather may worsen in many parts of the state. There is a possibility of light to moderate rain in Bikaner, Jaipur, Ajmer, Kota and Bharatpur divisions. According to the Meteorological Department, lightning may occur in some areas and strong winds may blow at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour. There is also a possibility of hailstorm at some places. However, IMD says that after January 27, there is hope of gradual relief from cold wave in the state.

Alert of rain and snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir

The Meteorological Department has also issued a warning for Jammu and Kashmir. There may be light rain or snowfall in many areas on January 27 and 28. There is a danger of avalanche in high altitude areas. The weather may remain partly bad for the next two days, while after that the weather is likely to remain dry. The administration has advised people to avoid going to avalanche prone areas.

Weather will change in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry also

Changes in weather can also be seen in the South Indian states of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. According to the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of light rain here. The effect of easterly winds blowing from Comorin Sea towards Kerala coast will be visible in these areas. It may rain at some places during the afternoon and evening. Rain activities may increase on January 28, although the weather is expected to remain dry again between January 28 and 31.

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Punjab-Haryana Weather News: In most parts of Punjab and Haryana, on the previous day i.e. on Thursday (May 15), the scorching heat increased people’s problems. According to the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature in Bathinda, Punjab was recorded at 43.5 degrees Celsius, which was the highest in the entire state.

The temperature is continuously increasing in other cities of Punjab (Punjab). Amritsar recorded a maximum temperature of 41.2 degrees, 41.8 degrees in Ludhiana and 41.4 degrees Celsius in Patiala. The temperature of Gurdaspur reached 41 degrees and mercury in Mohali reached 40.2 degrees Celsius.

Earth of Haryana also up to 43 degrees
The heat has wreaked havoc in Haryana too. The temperature in Rohtak reached 43 degrees, which was included in the warm places of the state. Both Hisar and Narnaul had a temperature of 42.5 degrees Celsius, while the mercury in Ambala climbed 42.2 degrees and in Bhiwani to 42.7 degrees. Karnal was also in the grip of heat, where the maximum temperature was recorded at 40.6 degrees.

Chandigarh, the joint capital of both the states, also saw the effect of heat, where the temperature reached 41.7 degrees Celsius on Thursday (15 May).

Avoid getting out in the sun, keep drinking water- IMD
The Meteorological Department said that the temperature may increase further in the coming days. In such a situation, people have been advised to avoid getting out in the sun and drink sufficient amount of water. Experts believe that it is normal for the temperature to reach this level in May, but life can be affected by excessive heat for several consecutive days. Farmers and laborers have been advised to take special precautions.

Can change schools time
Due to this intense heat, there is a possibility of change in time in schools, while the Health Department has issued guidelines to protect against heat. There is no possibility of rain in the area at present, due to which there is less hope of getting relief from the heat.

Weather forecast: After the scorching heat in many parts of North India, people are now relieved. Today, the day started with strong rains in the country’s capital Delhi. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had already estimated rain. Along with this, there is a possibility of strong winds, thunderstorms and hailstorm in some places. After the scorching heat in the country for the last few days, now pre-monsoon activities have started. In this episode, the weather of Delhi has turned on 2 May. According to the Meteorological Department (IMD), there is a possibility of thunderstorms and light to moderate rains by 4 May 2025.

The winds are expected to reach 60 km per hour. Due to this, there can be a drop in temperature. In Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and many parts of Bihar, there is a possibility of strong rains and thunderstorms for the next few days. Due to pre-monsoon activities in these areas, there will be relief in temperature and relief from hot winds.

#Watch Delhi | Heavy rain lashes national capital; Visuals from Rk Puram Area pic.twitter.com/3r4dyhmhrz

– ANI (@ani) May 2, 2025

Apart from rain, warnings also warned

There has been a possibility of thunderstorms with strong rains in North Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and West Bengal. Due to this, the weather may deteriorate in the next few hours. At the same time, warning of heat has also been issued in some parts of the country. During this time, there is a possibility of higher temperature in many parts of the country.

How is the weather of Delhi going to be

According to the Meteorological Department, the temperature has been recorded by 1 degree Celsius today. The maximum temperature in the day is an forecast to reach 37 ° C and the minimum temperature of 27 degrees. The weather will be changed in NCR for the next 3 days. On May 3, the maximum temperature with strong winds is expected to remain 38 degrees and the minimum temperature is 27 degrees. On May 4, there will be strong winds and there is a possibility of rain. During this period, the maximum temperature is expected to remain 37 degrees minimum temperature of 26 degrees. On May 5, the maximum temperature is expected to be 36 degrees and the minimum temperature is 26 degrees. On 6 – 7 May, the maximum temperature is expected to be 35 degrees and the minimum temperature is 25 degrees.

Advice to those who go on Chardham Yatra

The weather is once again taking a turn in Uttarakhand. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rains, hailstorm and strong thunderstorms in many districts of the state from May 1 to 6. In districts like Dehradun, Pauri, Nainital, Champawat, there is a possibility of lightning light with light to moderate rains and winds at a speed of 50 to 60 kilometers per hour. Strong winds can be blowing at a speed of 40–50 km per hour in the mountainous areas. The weather department has advised those who go on Chardham Yatra to take precautions.

With agency input