IMD Forecast for July 13: Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds and Lightning Likely Across Several Parts of India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast another active day for the southwest monsoon, issuing weather alerts for several regions across the country on July 13, 2026. According to the latest forecast, 17 states are likely to witness heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds, with gusts expected to reach up to 85 km/h in isolated areas.

The weather system is being influenced by cyclonic circulations over parts of northeast Bihar and northeast Assam, which are expected to enhance rainfall activity over northern, eastern, central, and northeastern India. Authorities have advised residents, farmers, and fishermen to remain alert as heavy showers may lead to waterlogging, localized flooding, and disruption of normal activities.

Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Alert for 17 States

The IMD has issued rainfall and thunderstorm warnings for the following states:

• Uttar Pradesh
• Bihar
• Delhi
• Haryana
• Rajasthan
• Uttarakhand
• Himachal Pradesh
• Punjab
• Jammu & Kashmir
• Jharkhand
• West Bengal
• Odisha
• Madhya Pradesh
• Chhattisgarh
• Maharashtra
• Assam
• Nearby northeastern regions

Strong winds ranging between 70 and 85 km/h may accompany thunderstorms in some areas, while isolated locations could also witness lightning activity.

Delhi Weather Forecast for July 13

The national capital is expected to experience cloudy skies with the possibility of heavy rain and thunderstorms during the day.

Delhi Forecast:

• Maximum Temperature: 38°C
• Minimum Temperature: 31°C
• Wind Speed: 50–60 km/h
• Possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall.

Uttar Pradesh May Witness Widespread Rain

Several districts across Uttar Pradesh are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms.

Districts under alert include:

• Meerut
• Gautam Buddh Nagar
• Ghaziabad
• Agra
• Mathura
• Aligarh
• Muzaffarnagar
• Kanpur
• Gorakhpur
• Varanasi
• Prayagraj
• Kushinagar
• Maharajganj
• Etah
• Mainpuri
• Deoria

Lucknow Forecast

• Maximum: 38°C
• Minimum: 29°C

Bihar Likely to Receive Intense Rainfall

Heavy rainfall is likely across several districts of Bihar between July 13 and July 15, with thunderstorms and lightning also expected.

Key districts under alert include:

• Patna
• Gaya
• Nawada
• Aurangabad
• Muzaffarpur
• Darbhanga
• Madhubani
• Purnia
• Katihar
• Kishanganj
• Bhagalpur
• Araria
• Munger
• Samastipur
• Buxar
• Lakhisarai
• Bhojpur
• Siwan
• Sheikhpura

Strong winds of 65–70 km/h may accompany thunderstorms.

Jharkhand Forecast

Rainfall activity is expected to remain active in Jharkhand with thunderstorms in several districts.

Affected areas include:

• Ranchi
• Jamshedpur
• Bokaro
• Dhanbad
• Dumka
• Deoghar
• Hazaribagh
• Simdega
• Khunti
• Palamu

Wind speeds may touch 70–80 km/h in isolated locations.

Ranchi Forecast

• Maximum: 29°C
• Minimum: 24°C

Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh to See Continued Rain

Heavy rain is likely across several hill districts of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.

Uttarakhand

Districts including Haridwar, Rishikesh, Nainital, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Bageshwar, Almora and Pithoragarh may experience heavy showers with winds reaching 60–65 km/h.

Dehradun Forecast

• Maximum: 33°C
• Minimum: 25°C

Himachal Pradesh

Shimla, Kullu, Kangra, Solan, Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur and Sirmaur are likely to receive rain with thunderstorms.

Manali Forecast

• Maximum: 17°C
• Minimum: 9°C

Jammu & Kashmir Under Rain Alert

Rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in several parts of Jammu & Kashmir, including:

• Jammu
• Kupwara
• Kulgam
• Kathua
• Reasi
• Kishtwar
• Anantnag
• Poonch

Srinagar Forecast

• Maximum: 28°C
• Minimum: 17°C

Rain Likely Across West Bengal, Punjab and Madhya Pradesh

West Bengal

Heavy rain is expected in Kolkata, Howrah, Bankura, Purba Bardhaman, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Malda, Murshidabad and surrounding areas.

Kolkata Forecast

• Maximum: 29°C
• Minimum: 27°C

Punjab

Districts including Ludhiana, Amritsar, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Pathankot, Sangrur, Kapurthala, Faridkot and Hoshiarpur may receive heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds of 60–65 km/h.

Madhya Pradesh

Several districts, including Bhopal, Vidisha, Balaghat, Seoni, Rajgarh, Neemuch, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Khandwa, Khargone, Chhatarpur and Shahdol, are likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall.

Bhopal Forecast

• Maximum: 33°C
• Minimum: 26°C

Rajasthan Weather Update

Compared to other northern states, Rajasthan is expected to witness relatively lighter rainfall.

Light showers are possible in districts such as:

• Alwar
• Bharatpur
• Karauli
• Sawai Madhopur
• Ajmer
• Chittorgarh
• Bhilwara
• Churu

Winds of 30–40 km/h may accompany isolated showers.

Jaipur Forecast

• Maximum: 36°C
• Minimum: 29°C

Temperature Forecast for Major Cities on July 13

Advisory

With heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds expected across multiple states, residents are advised to monitor local weather updates, avoid waterlogged areas, and follow advisories issued by local authorities. Farmers, fishermen, and people traveling through hilly regions should exercise extra caution as weather conditions may change rapidly during the day.