India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for heavy snowfall in Kashmir and Ladakh, thunderstorms in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and heatwave conditions in Odisha. Strong winds and rain are expected in parts of North India, while temperatures may rise or fall in different regions. Here’s a look at the latest weather forecast.
North India Faces Snowfall and Strong Winds
IMD has issued alerts for isolated heavy snowfall in Kashmir and Ladakh on March 27. Jammu is expected to receive heavy rainfall, while light to moderate snowfall is predicted for Ladakh.
Additionally, isolated hailstorms may occur in Himachal Pradesh, and dust-raising winds (20-30 kmph) are likely over West Rajasthan on March 27. Strong surface winds (25-35 kmph) may affect Punjab (March 27-28) and Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi (March 27-29).
Rainfall and Wind Alerts for North India (March 27-29, 2025)
|
Region |
Weather Event |
Date |
|
Kashmir, Ladakh |
Heavy snowfall |
March 27 |
|
Jammu |
Heavy rainfall |
March 27 |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Hailstorm |
- |
|
Strong winds (25-35 kmph) |
March 27-28 |
|
|
Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi |
Strong winds (25-35 kmph) |
March 27-29 |
|
West Rajasthan |
Dust-raising winds (20-30 kmph) |
March 27 |
Thunderstorms in South and West India
A trough running from Chhattisgarh to the Gulf of Mannar is expected to trigger isolated to scattered thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (30-50 kmph) over the following regions:
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Madhya Maharashtra, Konkan & Goa
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Karnataka, Kerala & Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry & Karaikal (March 27)
Temperature Trends Across India
The temperature forecast suggests a mix of rising and falling temperatures across various regions:
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Northwest India: No significant change in maximum temperatures for the next 24 hours, followed by a drop of 3-4°C.
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East India: A gradual rise of 2-3°C in the next 3-4 days, followed by a drop of 2-3°C.
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Gujarat & Interior Maharashtra: No significant change in temperatures for the next 3 days, then a rise of 2-3°C.
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Central India: Gradual rise by 2-3°C in the next 3 days, with no major change afterward.
Heatwave and Hot Weather Alerts
Heatwave and hot weather conditions are expected in specific regions over the next few days:
|
Region |
Weather Condition |
Date |
|
Interior Odisha |
Heatwave conditions |
March 29-30 |
|
West Uttar Pradesh |
Hot day conditions |
March 27 |
|
Gangetic West Bengal |
Hot day conditions |
March 28 |
|
Gujarat region |
Hot & humid weather |
March 29-30 |
|
Coastal Andhra Pradesh & Yanam |
Hot & humid weather |
March 28-30 |
Delhi/NCR Weather Forecast (March 27-29, 2025)
The national capital is set to experience strong winds and fluctuating temperatures over the next four days:
|
Date |
Weather |
Max Temp (°C) |
Min Temp (°C) |
Wind Speed & Direction |
|
March 27 |
Strong surface winds |
37-39 |
18-20 |
West, 20-30 kmph |
|
March 28 |
Strong surface winds |
34-36 |
17-19 |
West-Northwest, 16-20 kmph |
|
March 29 |
Partly cloudy |
34-36 |
15-17 |
Northwest, 16-20 kmph |
The IMD advises people in heatwave-prone areas to stay hydrated and residents in storm-affected regions to take precautions against strong winds and thunderstorms. Stay updated for further alerts.
