Monsoonal precipitation continues to intensify across various regions of India. According to the latest data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy to extremely heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning is expected in multiple states on September 3. In Delhi and the broader National Capital Region (NCR), general cloud cover will persist, with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely between morning and afternoon. A secondary spell of very light rain or drizzles is expected from late afternoon into the evening. Temperatures in Delhi are projected to reach a maximum of 32 to 34 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 23 to 25 degrees Celsius. Wind speeds ranging between 5 and 25 km/h will shift from south-westerly in the morning to south-easterly by evening. While providing relief from recent humid conditions, no severe warning or major disruption to traffic and civic services has been issued for Delhi-NCR.
Severe Downpours in Madhya Pradesh Prompt Red Alert
Monsoon conditions have taken a aggressive turn in Madhya Pradesh due to a strong low-pressure system active over North-East Madhya Pradesh. Driven by this system, severe downpours and intense cloud rumbles are forecast for Eastern Madhya Pradesh on September 3. Weather forecasters have formally issued a Red Alert for Eastern MP, where localized rainfall totals could exceed 20 centimeters within a 24-hour window. Such intense precipitation risks flooding low-lying areas and triggering waterlogging, leading authorities to step up vigilance in vulnerable zones. Meanwhile, Western Madhya Pradesh remains under a Yellow Alert for heavy rain and lightning strikes. Residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and stay clear of open fields or old trees, while farmers have been instructed to move harvested produce to safe shelter.
Western Uttar Pradesh Braces for Heavy Rain as Trough Line Persists
Residents of Western Uttar Pradesh face severe weather conditions on September 3 as forecasters predict heavy to very heavy rainfall across the region. Dense cloud cover will build up from early morning, bringing heavy downpours by the afternoon along with severe thunder and lightning warnings. Conversely, monsoonal activity across Eastern Uttar Pradesh will remain relatively subdued, restricted mostly to light to moderate or scattered showers. The main monsoon trough line currently runs through Rohtak, Hardoi, and Kanpur, pumping high moisture levels into the regional atmosphere. Due to the high risk of severe waterlogging and traffic slowdowns in western districts, disaster management teams have been placed on high alert while citizens are urged to monitor updates.
Vidarbha Region in Maharashtra Facing Downpours and Lightning Alerts
Weather patterns in Maharashtra reflect the powerful influence of the active monsoon structure. The weather office has issued a heavy to very heavy rainfall alert specifically for the Vidarbha region on September 3, anticipating thunderstorms and frequent lightning strikes across most districts. Scattered thunder and lightning events are also expected in parts of Madhya Maharashtra on Thursday. Across coastal Konkan and Goa, widespread precipitation is anticipated, whereas Marathwada will experience scattered rainfall. Farmers in Vidarbha have been instructed to ensure proper field drainage, while northern Maharashtra will see persistent cloudiness as the weather system travels westward.
Landslide Risks and Swelling Rivers in Eastern India and Northern Hill States
Poundings from heavy rain continue across eastern India and the north-western Himalayan states. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are on high alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall on September 3, raising concerns over landslides along mountain highways and rapidly rising water levels in the Teesta and neighboring rivers. Gangetic West Bengal remains under a Yellow Alert for lightning alongside light to moderate scattered showers. Elsewhere in the east, Bihar could record localized heavy falls, while Jharkhand is set for moderate rain under cloudy skies. In the mountain states, Uttarakhand remains under a Yellow Alert for heavy rainfall, lightning, and falling boulders that could block roads, while several areas in Himachal Pradesh are also preparing for heavy precipitation.
