Shifting atmospheric conditions are bringing varied weather patterns across India in the closing days of September. While several states are preparing for intense showers, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes, others are dealing with strong gusty winds. The meteorological department has issued widespread advisories for September 28, urging heightened vigilance across mountainous regions where localized flash floods and sudden slope failures pose immediate dangers to vulnerable valleys and transit corridors.
Depression Near Myanmar Shapes Regional Weather
A key driver behind the turbulent weather is a low-pressure area that formed off the southern coast of Myanmar on September 27. Over the following 24 hours, this atmospheric system is projected to move toward the northern Andaman Sea and the Irrawaddy Delta of Myanmar. Forecast trajectories show the system tracking further in a north-northwest direction, aligning parallel to the Myanmar and Bangladesh coastlines. This ongoing cyclonic disturbance continues to funnel abundant moisture into the subcontinent, keeping skies active over several regions.
Widespread Rainfall Alert Across Multiple States
A comprehensive rainfall alert covers a wide corridor spanning northern, central, eastern, and northeastern India. The states under active advisories include Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and Sikkim. In the northeast, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are all forecast to receive significant downpours. Parts of western and southern India, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, and several southern pockets, are also expected to witness wet conditions accompanied by thunder, intense lightning, and brisk winds.
High Alert Across Hill Districts in Uttarakhand and Himachal
Hilly terrain requires particular caution due to heightened risk factors. In Uttarakhand, forecasters expect heavy precipitation on September 28, coupled with thunderstorms and atmospheric electrical activity. Pockets within Uttarkashi, Dehradun, Tehri Garhwal, Chamoli, and Rudraprayag face direct flash flood risks over the next 24 hours. Neighboring Himachal Pradesh faces similar localized risks, specifically within Kinnaur, Shimla, and Sirmaur, where rapid surface runoff could trigger sudden flooding. Travelers and commuters in these hill areas are advised to exercise utmost caution on fragile mountain roads.
Cloudy Skies and Minor Showers for Delhi
The national capital is expected to experience partly overcast conditions throughout September 28 rather than completely clear skies. Isolated patches of Delhi may observe light drizzles or fleeting showers during the day. Temperature readings across the city are anticipated to remain relatively moderate, with the maximum daytime mark expected around 31 degrees Celsius and nighttime lows settling near 20 degrees Celsius.
Uttar Pradesh Anticipates Respite After Devastating Storms
After an aggressive spell of bad weather that severely disrupted normal life, Uttar Pradesh is finally expected to see a downward trend in rain intensity. The previous round of weather was particularly harsh on September 27, when eastern regions recorded extremely heavy rainfall while western parts registered very heavy downpours. The destructive storms took a heavy human toll, resulting in 56 deaths and leaving 46 people injured across the state due to rain-related incidents and collapsing structures. Conditions are now projected to gradually stabilize.
Thunderstorm Forecast for Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh
Adverse atmospheric trends are likely to linger across eastern and central India. Bihar is slated to witness recurring rain and thunderstorm activity from September 28 through October 1. In Jharkhand, unsettled weather is predicted to persist even longer, stretching from September 28 through October 3, with severe lightning posing an ongoing threat. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh will also see continued rainfall starting September 28. Wet conditions with lightning and thunder are expected to hold across western Madhya Pradesh through September 30, and across eastern Madhya Pradesh until October 1.
