Monsoon rainfall continues its intense run across major parts of India as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a comprehensive forecast for August 11, 2026. Following the torrential downpours that battered Eastern Rajasthan and Western Madhya Pradesh on August 10, conditions on August 11 are expected to show a marginal shift, transitioning into an Orange Alert for heavy to very heavy precipitation in these zones. While the plains face risks of urban flooding and waterlogging, hilly regions remain on high alert for landslips and flash floods. Gusty winds blowing at speeds of 40 to 50 km/h along with frequent lightning strikes are anticipated across several northern, central, and eastern belts.
Orange Alert Issued for Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh
Meteorological predictions highlight significant rainfall risks for Eastern Rajasthan, with major districts including Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur, and Ajmer slated to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds. Urban centers such as Kota and Jaipur face ongoing threats of waterlogging in low-lying localities. Concurrently, the hill state of Himachal Pradesh remains under heightened risk. Shimla, Dharamshala, Solan, and Mandi have been placed under alerts for severe downpours. Mandi faces explicit warnings for flash floods, while Shimla, Solan, and Dharamshala must brace for potential landslides that could disrupt vehicular traffic across mountain routes.
Delhi NCR, Haryana, and Punjab Weather Conditions
The National Capital Region is scheduled to receive moderate to heavy showers throughout August 11. New Delhi, East Delhi, North West Delhi, and South Delhi are expected to witness thunderstorm activity, sharp showers, and elevated wind speeds. In nearby Gurugram, intense rain spells could trigger traffic snarls and localized flooding. In Haryana, districts like Ambala and Karnal are projected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall leading to waterlogging, while Panipat will likely see light to moderate showers. Across Punjab, cities including Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Patiala are set to experience intermittent rain accompanied by cloudbursts and thunder.
Impact Across Madhya Pradesh and Uttarakhand
In Madhya Pradesh, relief is anticipated after the severe weather events of August 10. The state capital Bhopal will transition to moderate rainfall, bringing down precipitation intensity. Indore, Ujjain, and Gwalior will see persistent cloud cover with intermittent rain; Ujjain is expected to experience partial improvement in its waterlogged areas. In Uttarakhand, Dehradun, Nainital, Pithoragarh, and Haridwar remain under warnings for heavy rain and waterlogging. Landslides on critical hill passages around Pithoragarh and Nainital pose hazards for commuters and residents alike.
Forecast for Gangetic Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar
Weather alerts extend to Eastern India as well. In West Bengal, heavy rainfall is forecast across Gangetic regions, affecting Kolkata and Howrah with potential waterlogging. Siliguri and Darjeeling in the north will experience light to moderate rain along with foggy conditions. Odisha's coastal and inland districts, including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, and Baleshwar, will see moderate precipitation on August 11, ahead of a fresh heavy rainfall spell predicted to begin on August 12. In Bihar, Patna, Muzaffarpur, Gaya, and Purnia are expected to encounter partly cloudy skies, moderate thunder, and lightning hazards accompanied by light to moderate showers.
