New Delhi, 10 August: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain and isolated heavy to very heavy showers across parts of the country on Monday, with Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan among the areas most likely to be affected.
What the IMD predicts
The IMD said a weather system that moved west-northwestwards from the east coast is now over northeast Madhya Pradesh, enhancing the monsoon flow into central India. That is expected to bring rain or thundershowers to several states during the next 24 hours.
- Uttar Pradesh: Light to moderate rain at many places in the southern parts; isolated heavy showers likely across east and west UP on August 10.
- Delhi: Generally cloudy with one or two spells of very light to light rain at many places and moderate rain at isolated locations from afternoon to night. Temperatures expected between 33°C and 35°C.
- Himachal Pradesh: Orange alert (heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places) for Kangra and Sirmaur on Monday; Kangra and Mandi remain under that alert on Tuesday as well.
- Central and western India: Isolated heavy rain possible in parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan, according to the IMD.
Local observations and impacts
In Uttar Pradesh, the IMD noted that many localities remained mostly dry on Sunday but trace rainfall was recorded at several centres. Kanpur, Prayagraj and Jhansi saw trace rain, while Varanasi, Ghazipur, Sultanpur and Fursatganj recorded between 0.3 mm and 1 mm. Lucknow recorded a maximum of 33.5°C and a minimum of 27.8°C, with the night temperature about two degrees above normal.
Himachal Pradesh authorities reported widespread disruption after torrential rains, with the State Emergency Operation Centre saying a total of 118 roads were closed across the hill state as of Sunday evening. Breakdown by district was given as:
| District | Road closures |
|---|---|
| Mandi | 44 |
| Kullu | 39 |
| Shimla | 13 |
| Chamba | 7 |
| Sirmaur | 6 |
| Kangra | 5 |
| Una | 3 |
Risks and recommended precautions
The IMD warning and the state emergency bulletin underline specific hazards that residents and travellers should note:
- Himachal Pradesh — orange alert: Expect heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Possibility of landslides, flash floods and damage to road links in vulnerable hill districts; authorities may close roads without notice.
- Uttar Pradesh and Delhi: Short, intense spells of rain may cause waterlogging in low-lying areas and disrupt traffic. Motorists should expect reduced visibility and slippery roads during downpours.
- Central India: Isolated heavy showers may produce localised flooding and sudden rises in water levels of small rivers and streams.
Practical precautions advised for affected areas include avoiding travel in known landslide- or flood-prone stretches, keeping windows and drains clear, monitoring district-level advisories and emergency helplines, and postponing non-essential travel in the hill districts under the orange alert.
Short-term outlook
The IMD said the present monsoon pulse over northeast Madhya Pradesh will maintain enhanced moisture flow into central and adjoining regions for the immediate 24–48 hours. Residents in the listed states should monitor updates from the IMD and follow directions from local disaster management authorities.
Key weather numbers
- Lucknow: max 33.5°C, min 27.8°C
- Delhi: expected range 33–35°C on Monday
- Himachal: 118 roads closed across multiple districts as of Sunday evening
Readers travelling to hill areas or through central India are advised to keep contingency plans ready, carry emergency contact numbers, and check the IMD updates and local administration notices before and during travel.
