Forecast Alert: Indian Meteorological Department Predicts Intense Rain, Lightning, and Strong Winds in Delhi, Assam, Kerala, Himachal, Uttarakhand, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Other Regions - Comprehensive Weather Outlook Inside
India is gearing up for a transition from pre-monsoon heatwaves to the onset of monsoon rains and thunderstorms across various regions, according to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). Here's a breakdown of the weather forecast for different parts of the country from June 1 to 4, 2025.
**Northeast India** Temperatures are expected to be above normal by 2-3°C in this region, which tends to warm earlier than others in early June. Rainfall is likely to be normal to above normal, with chances of thunderstorms and gusty winds due to early monsoon progress. Residents should be prepared for possible landslides, waterlogging, and disruptions due to thunderstorms.
**South Peninsular India** Initially, below-normal rainfall is expected during this period. However, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms have been predicted in south peninsular areas like Konkan and Goa towards late June, indicating pre-monsoon activity may start around early June as well. Temperatures are near normal or slightly above normal in parts like Tamil Nadu.
**Northwest India** Including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR, the forecast indicates high temperatures with heatwave conditions prevalent in regions like Rajasthan (up to 47-48°C) and Delhi (40-44°C) around early June. However, by the end of June, thunderstorms with gusty winds and rainfall are expected to provide some relief, especially in Delhi-NCR where a yellow alert for heavy rain and thunderstorms has been issued.
**West India** Likely to see above-normal rainfall in central parts but less rainfall in western coastal areas initially. Temperatures remain high, with some regions recording extreme heatwaves, but may receive monsoon rains later in the first week of June.
**East & Central India** Above-normal rainfall is forecasted for many parts of central India with potential thunderstorms. Temperatures may be near normal or below normal by 2-4°C in most parts except Northeast. Thunderstorms and pre-monsoon rainfall may lower temperatures slightly in these regions.
**Delhi-NCR** Expect hot temperatures early June (around 40-44°C) with severe heatwave warnings. By June 3-4, the monsoon is expected to advance, bringing thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall which will provide relief from the heat. The IMD has issued yellow alerts for heavy rain and thunderstorms during this period.
In summary, June 1-4, 2025, marks the transition from pre-monsoon heatwaves and dry conditions in northern and western India to the onset of monsoon rains and thunderstorms in many regions, especially in the northeast, central, and Delhi-NCR areas. Residents should prepare for heat initially, followed by sudden rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds bringing relief and some temperature fluctuations.
Weather-forecasting predictions for the period from June 1 to 4, 2025, reveal that the northern and western regions of India will experience a transition from pre-monsoon heatwaves to the onset of monsoon rains and thunderstorms, particularly in the northeast, central, and Delhi-NCR areas.
Residents should be aware that this shift in weather conditions may necessitate preparedness for initial hot temperatures followed by sudden rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, which could bring relief and some temperature fluctuations.
