East & Northeast India: Widespread Rain and Alerts
This region is currently bearing the brunt of the monsoon's intensity. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a low-pressure area is causing widespread and heavy rainfall. States like Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and West Bengal are on alert
for heavy showers and gusty winds through August 30. The situation is similar in the Northeast, where Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura are expecting fairly widespread rainfall. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in these areas, especially around August 30. For travellers, this means a high risk of landslides, flash floods, and travel disruptions. It is strongly advised to reconsider travel plans to these regions, especially to hilly and remote areas, and to monitor IMD alerts closely.
Central India: Intense Spells Continue
Central India, particularly Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, is also experiencing an active monsoon phase. The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places across Madhya Pradesh, which is likely to continue through the end of the month. Chhattisgarh is also expected to receive widespread rain until early September. A low-pressure system moving northwestwards is the primary cause of this intense weather. Travellers in this region should be prepared for waterlogging in low-lying areas and potential disruptions to road and rail traffic. Some areas in East Madhya Pradesh have been flagged for a low to moderate flash flood risk.
North India: A Mixed Weather Bag
The forecast for North India presents a more complex picture. While a low-pressure area brought extremely heavy rain to parts of Uttar Pradesh around August 26, the intensity is shifting. Delhi-NCR is expected to see cloudy skies with chances of light rain or drizzle, but the threat of heavy downpours is diminishing. The Himalayan states, however, require caution. Uttarakhand is predicted to receive fairly widespread rainfall through the end of the month, with an increase in intensity and heavy spells expected from August 30 onwards. This brings a continued risk of landslides and local flash floods. Travellers heading to the hills should remain vigilant and check local conditions before starting their journey.
West & South India: Subdued but Watchful
Along the western coast, the monsoon remains active but might be less intense than in the east. Konkan & Goa and coastal Karnataka are forecast to receive widespread rainfall through August 30. However, the IMD has also indicated that overall rainfall activity is likely to be subdued over Peninsular India for the next week. States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh can expect scattered rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds in some areas. While widespread flooding is less of a concern here compared to the east, travellers should still be wary of thunderstorms and strong winds, especially near coastal areas.
