Weather Today, August 4, 2026: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather advisory warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across several parts of the country. According to the latest forecast, 17 states could witness intense rain activity over the next few hours, with wind speeds expected to reach up to 70 kmph in some regions. The department has advised residents, farmers, and fishermen to remain alert as adverse weather conditions may disrupt normal life.

The monsoon has once again intensified across northern, eastern, western, and parts of southern India. Weather experts say active monsoon systems, along with cyclonic circulations and a western disturbance, are likely to trigger widespread rainfall in multiple states. Local authorities have also been asked to stay prepared for possible waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and localized flooding in vulnerable areas.

IMD Issues Rain Alert for 17 States

The latest IMD bulletin places several states under heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings. These include:

• Delhi
• Uttar Pradesh
• Bihar
• Punjab
• Uttarakhand
• Himachal Pradesh
• Jammu & Kashmir
• Jharkhand
• West Bengal
• Odisha
• Madhya Pradesh
• Chhattisgarh
• Gujarat
• Rajasthan
• Kerala
• Tamil Nadu
• Maharashtra

Many of these regions are also expected to experience lightning and strong winds ranging between 40 kmph and 70 kmph, depending on local weather conditions.

Why Is the Weather Turning Severe?

According to the weather department, a cyclonic circulation persists over the Sub-Himalayan West Bengal region at lower atmospheric levels. At the same time, a western disturbance remains active over Jammu and adjoining areas in the middle troposphere.

These systems, combined with active monsoon currents, are expected to bring widespread rainfall across northern and eastern India. The IMD has also forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over parts of Northeast India during the next seven days.

Delhi Weather Today

Residents of the national capital can expect light to moderate rainfall accompanied by gusty winds of 30–35 kmph.

Expected Temperature:

Uttar Pradesh Forecast

Heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms is likely in several districts, including:

• Saharanpur
• Muzaffarnagar
• Hardoi
• Shahjahanpur
• Bahraich
• Gonda
• Azamgarh
• Ballia
• Jaunpur
• Ghazipur
• Chandauli
• Sitapur
• Pratapgarh
• Bulandshahr
• Ambedkar Nagar
• Lakhimpur Kheri

Lucknow is expected to record a maximum temperature of 30°C and a minimum of 27°C.

Bihar Weather Update

Moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast in districts such as:

• Patna
• Vaishali
• East Champaran
• West Champaran
• Muzaffarpur
• Darbhanga
• Madhubani
• Samastipur
• Katihar
• Saharsa
• Supaul
• Lakhisarai

Strong winds of up to 50 kmph may accompany the rainfall.

Patna Temperature: 32°C / 27°C.

Jharkhand Rain Warning

Heavy showers with gusty winds are likely across:

• Ranchi
• Jamshedpur
• Dumka
• Hazaribagh
• Deoghar
• Latehar
• Palamu
• Garhwa
• Ramgarh
• Godda
• Jamtara
• Saraikela

Wind speeds may touch 50–60 kmph in isolated places.

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

Heavy rainfall has been forecast for several hill districts, including:

Uttarakhand

• Nainital
• Almora
• Haridwar
• Chamoli
• Pithoragarh
• Champawat
• Rishikesh

Wind speeds may reach 60–65 kmph.

Himachal Pradesh

Light to moderate rainfall is expected in:

• Shimla
• Chamba
• Kangra
• Kullu
• Una
• Bilaspur
• Kinnaur

Jammu & Kashmir

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in:

• Jammu
• Kathua
• Udhampur
• Rajouri
• Ramban
• Samba
• Poonch
• Anantnag
• Budgam
• Kulgam
• Ganderbal

Strong winds of 50–60 kmph may accompany the rainfall.

Rain Alert for Other States

The IMD has also forecast significant rainfall activity in:

• West Bengal: Heavy rain over Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar.
• Punjab: Rain expected in Hoshiarpur, Pathankot, Rupnagar, SAS Nagar, Fazilka, Bathinda, Muktsar, and SBS Nagar.
• Madhya Pradesh: Yellow alert for rainfall in Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Satna, Chhindwara, Vidisha, Dewas, Mandla, Balaghat, Khandwa, Morena, and Guna.
• Gujarat, Maharashtra, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu: Heavy rain is likely in several districts as the monsoon remains active over western and southern India.

Temperature Forecast for Major Cities

Advisory for Residents

The IMD has urged people living in rain-affected regions to stay updated with local weather advisories. Residents should avoid unnecessary travel during thunderstorms, remain away from waterlogged areas, and follow instructions issued by local authorities.

Farmers are advised to take precautionary measures to protect standing crops, while fishermen have been warned against venturing into rough water bodies during the adverse weather period.

With active monsoon conditions continuing across several parts of India, weather experts expect rainfall activity to remain widespread over the next few days. Citizens are encouraged to monitor official IMD updates for the latest forecasts and warnings.