Temperatures are rising quickly across North India, and many places are already feeling the heat.
However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain alert for four states, which could bring some relief.
According to the forecast, rainfall in these regions may lead to a drop in temperature by around 2 to 3 degrees Celsius.
Strong winds are also expected along with the rain, and farmers have been advised to stay alert due to the possibility of lightning.
Weather experts say a cyclonic circulation is currently active over the central Bay of Bengal and the nearby equatorial Indian Ocean at lower atmospheric levels. In addition, a new western disturbance is expected to reach the Western Himalayan region from March 6, 2026. These systems could influence weather conditions in several parts of the country over the coming days.
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Rain and Snowfall Alert in Northern States
Light rain and snowfall are likely in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh between March 7 and March 10.
Similar weather conditions are expected in Himachal Pradesh during the same period.
Uttarakhand may also see light rainfall and snowfall between March 8 and March 10.
Meanwhile, some parts of North Konkan are likely to experience hot conditions on March 5.
Gujarat and the coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh may see hot and humid weather between March 5 and March6
Delhi Weather Forecast
Delhi is expected to experience strong winds during the afternoon, which may bring some relief from pollution. The Air Quality Index (AQI) could improve slightly because of these winds.
The maximum temperature in Delhi today is likely to reach around 34°C, while the minimum temperature may remain near 18°C.
The IMD has not issued any rain alert for the capital this week.
Weather in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
In Uttar Pradesh, the weather is expected to remain normal today with no chances of rainfall.
However, temperatures may rise sharply in the afternoon, reaching up to 35°C in several districts.
Districts such as Agra, Mathura, Mainpuri, Hathras, Etah, Aligarh, Azamgarh, Ballia, Bareilly, Badaun, Banda, Chitrakoot, Hamirpur, Balrampur, Gonda, Amethi, Barabanki, Baghpat, Kanpur, Lucknow and Bijnor may experience higher temperatures.
Lucknow is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 32°C and a minimum of 17°C today.
In Bihar, no rainfall is expected for the next week, but temperatures may rise further. Districts including Patna, Jehanabad, Gaya, Buxar, Bhojpur, Siwan, Saran, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Aurangabad, Rohtas, West Champaran, East Champaran, Nawada, Nalanda, Sheikhpura, Sitamarhi and Shivhar may experience increasing heat.
Patna is likely to see a maximum temperature of 32°C and a minimum of 18°C today.
Himachal and Uttarakhand Weather Update
Himachal Pradesh is not expected to receive rain today. However, light rain and snowfall may occur between March 7 and March 10. Temperatures are likely to rise today in districts such as Sirmaur, Chamba, Una, Hamirpur, Bilaspur and Kangra.
In Manali, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 8°C while the minimum may drop to about -2°C.
Uttarakhand is expected to have clear skies today.
However, districts like Nainital, Chamoli, Rudraprayag and Uttarkashi may receive light rain and snowfall between March 8 and March 10.
Dehradun is expected to record a maximum temperature of 26°C and a minimum of around 15°C.
Weather in Jammu & Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan
In Jammu and Kashmir, light rain is expected in higher regions today.
Some districts including Srinagar, Kathua, Samba and Udhampur may also see rising temperatures.
Srinagar is likely to record a maximum temperature of around 18°C and a minimum of 8°C, with cloudy conditions during the day.
In Madhya Pradesh, heat may intensify over the coming week.
A heatwave alert has been issued for districts such as Satna, Rewa, Panna and Chhatarpur.
Bhopal is expected to see a maximum temperature of around 34°C and a minimum of 19°C today.
Rajasthan is not expected to receive rainfall this week. Temperatures may cross 35°C in several districts including Churu, Phalodi, Sriganganagar, Jaisalmer, Ajmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur.
Weather in the Last 24 Hours
Over the past 24 hours, the lowest minimum temperature in the plains of India was recorded at 12.5°C in Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) and Sikar (Rajasthan).
The highest maximum temperature reached 39°C in Jharsuguda (Odisha) and Kurnool (Andhra Pradesh).
Maximum temperatures remained between 35°C and 38°C across western Rajasthan, interior Gujarat, interior Maharashtra and northern interior Karnataka. Meanwhile, parts of Northeast India, northern Punjab, northern Haryana and northwest Uttar Pradesh recorded maximum temperatures below 30°C.