Weather Alert Overview

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has activated significant weather warnings for several parts of the country. The national weather bureau has specifically issued an orange alert signifying potential severe weather events, forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by hail in isolated pockets of West Madhya Pradesh and East Rajasthan for the upcoming day.

Key Facts: Weather Outlook
Primary Warning Level

Orange Alert (Be Prepared)

Main Hailstorm Threat Zones

East Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh

Fog & Cold Conditions

Odisha (Dense Fog), East Uttar Pradesh (Cold Day)

North India Forecast (Next 2 Days)

Thunderstorms, Lightning, Gusty Winds

Regional Weather Highlights
  • Central India: Apart from the orange alert for Rajasthan and MP, predictive models indicate persistent cold day conditions affecting East Uttar Pradesh.
  • Eastern India: Odisha is expected to experience thick fog conditions.
  • North & Northwest India: Over the next 48 hours, a broader region encompassing Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Uttar Pradesh is likely to encounter stormy weather characterized by lightning strikes and strong, gusty winds along with thunderstorms.
Source Information

This weather update is based on information released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and reported by News On Air.

Original Source Link: IMD Issues Orange Alert for Thunderstorms and Hailstorm over East Rajasthan, West MP

Weather Alert: IMD Issues Orange Warning for Hailstorms in Rajasthan and MP; North India Braces for Rain - Image 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What does an IMD "Orange Alert" signify in this context?
An Orange Alert is a "Be Prepared" warning. It indicates that severe weather (in this case, thunderstorms and hailstorms in Rajasthan and MP) is expected, which could cause disruption.
Q. Which specific areas are under threat of hailstorms?
The IMD has forecast hailstorms specifically for isolated places over East Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh for tomorrow.
Q. What is the weather forecast for Delhi and surrounding northern states?
Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab, and neighboring hill states are expected to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds over the next two days.
Q. Are there warnings for fog or cold wave conditions elsewhere?
Yes, East Uttar Pradesh is facing "cold day" conditions, while dense fog has been forecast for Odisha.