New Delhi, 10 August: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on the night of 9 August warned of a spell of widespread to fairly widespread rainfall over large tracts of the country between 9 and 15 August, bringing the possibility of very heavy falls in several regions and strong coastal winds in isolated pockets.
Where the heaviest rain is expected
The IMD said the heaviest rainfall is likely over the hill states in the northwest, the north-eastern region and parts of central and peninsular India. Coastal districts along both the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal were warned of isolated thunderstorms with gusty winds that may reach up to 60 kmph in some locations.
Forecasters also flagged the risk of waterlogging, minor structural damage and disruption to road and rail traffic in the worst-affected areas, advising people in low-lying and vulnerable zones to remain alert through the week.
Region-wise outlook and immediate concerns
- Delhi-NCR: Rain activity is expected to be comparatively subdued for most of the period, with isolated to scattered showers forecast from 9–15 August. The IMD, however, has flagged the possibility of isolated heavy rainfall on 9 August affecting Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and adjoining Punjab.
- Maharashtra (Konkan and Goa): Classified by the IMD as the Konkan region, this area is likely to receive fairly widespread to widespread rainfall throughout the outlook window. Inland parts—Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada—are expected to record lighter activity, largely isolated to scattered showers.
- Telangana: Placed under an isolated to scattered rainfall category for the week, with no region-specific heavy-rain or high-wind warnings issued by the IMD for the state in this bulletin.
| Region | Expected Rainfall | IMD Alert |
|---|---|---|
| Hill states (NW) | Very heavy spells likely | Watch for very heavy rain |
| Northeast | Very heavy spells likely | Watch for very heavy rain |
| Central & Peninsular India | Heavy to very heavy in pockets | Localised heavy-rain alerts |
| Coastal belts (AS & BoB) | Isolated thunderstorms; gusts | Gusts up to 60 kmph in pockets |
What the IMD said and recommended action
In its bulletin issued on the night of 9 August, the IMD outlined the broad pattern of monsoon activity and cautioned that thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds will accompany the downpours in several regions. The agency advised authorities and residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant and take standard precautionary measures.
Practical steps the IMD and local administrations typically recommend include:
- Avoid non-essential travel during heavy rain and thunderstorms.
- Secure loose objects and temporary structures that can be damaged by strong winds.
- Keep drainage channels clear to reduce risk of waterlogging and flash flooding.
- Stay away from trees, hoardings and open fields during lightning and gusty winds.
- Monitor local weather updates and heed advisories from district authorities and disaster management teams.
Consequences for services and infrastructure
The IMD warned that the worst-affected pockets may experience temporary disruption to road and rail services, along with minor structural damage in exposed areas. Urban local bodies and traffic departments should prepare for waterlogging response and coordinate with emergency services to clear obstructions quickly.
Across states likely to see widespread rainfall, agriculture and outdoor labour may be disrupted; farmers are advised to monitor local forecasts and safeguard standing crops where feasible.
Residents should keep contact numbers for local authorities and disaster response teams handy and follow official channels for warnings. The IMD will issue further updates as the situation evolves; people are urged to follow successive bulletins and state government advisories for district-specific instructions.
Note: The outlook covers 9–15 August as per the IMD bulletin issued on the night of 9 August; local intensity and timing may vary and authorities should act on district-level forecasts and warnings.
