Even as the south-west monsoon embarks on its seasonal retreat from parts of the country, late-stage atmospheric disruptions are sparking a fresh spell of turbulent weather across multiple regions. The weather department has sounded comprehensive alerts for Tuesday, September 22, warning of widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning strikes across various states. Atmospheric instability is expected to generate squally winds gusting between 60 and 80 kilometres per hour in vulnerable pockets, threatening localized disruption to surface transport and power infrastructure.
Bay of Bengal System Set to Deepen Into Deep Depression
A primary driver of this renewed surge is an active low-pressure area situated over the Bay of Bengal. Meteorological evaluations indicate that this system will steadily strengthen over the next 48 hours, progressing into a depression before intensifying into a deep depression. Forecasters project that the intensifying weather system will approach the coastline between northern Andhra Pradesh and southern Odisha by the morning of September 23. Its most powerful punch is anticipated on September 24, with Odisha and Chhattisgarh facing the brunt of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall spells.
Eastern Uttar Pradesh Braced for Showers Before Broader Spread
In Uttar Pradesh, the immediate weather activity remains concentrated over the eastern districts. Light showers are expected across Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Mirzapur, and Sonbhadra, providing periodic cloud cover. Conversely, the state capital Lucknow is likely to witness warm, muggy conditions, with afternoon mercury readings expected to hover around 35 degrees Celsius. However, moisture inflow is slated to expand the precipitation envelope significantly across the state starting September 24.
Jharkhand Under Prolonged Rain Warning Through September 26
Severe weather conditions have been flagged for Jharkhand, where several districts are on alert for heavy showers accompanied by frequent cloud bursts and intense lightning strikes. Critical industrial and residential corridors including Ranchi, Bokaro, Dhanbad, Deoghar, Giridih, and Hazaribagh remain under caution. Given the strength of the incoming low-pressure system and surrounding moisture channels, this spell of wet weather across the state is projected to persist until September 26.
Sunny Skies for Delhi as Withdrawal Commences in Northwest Plains
In contrast to the rain-hit eastern states, the national capital Delhi is projected to enjoy a dry and clear interlude. Forecasters anticipate largely open skies over Delhi between September 22 and 24, with maximum daytime temperatures ranging between 34 and 36 degrees Celsius. Simultaneously, the formal withdrawal of the monsoon has initiated across sectors of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Punjab. Over the coming days, this retreat line is expected to engulf Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and peripheral sectors of Uttar Pradesh.
Uttarakhand Hills on Alert for Landslides and Highway Blockages
Travellers and residents venturing into the mountainous terrain of Uttarakhand have been urged to exercise utmost vigilance. The state is forecast to experience intermittent showers between September 22 and 25, followed by a noticeable intensification on September 26. In the upper reaches and along fragile slopes, heavy precipitation brings a severe threat of landslides, mudslides, and falling boulders, presenting significant hazards on key arterial highways.
