The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued heavy rain alerts for Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha and the Northeast, while a dust storm is expected in Rajasthan. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh will experience normal weather, but several highways may be disrupted by flooding and landslides.
Key Takeaways (मुख्य बिंदु)
- Red alert for heavy‑to‑very heavy rain in Uttarakhand‑Himachal
- Dust‑laden gusts up to 30‑40 km/h forecast for western Rajasthan
- Persistent rain warnings for West Bengal and Odisha over the next 4‑5 days
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a comprehensive weather advisory on 13 July 2026, flagging heavy rain warnings across Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha and the Northeastern states. The issuance of red and yellow alerts signals that state and local authorities must accelerate emergency preparedness.
Red Alert in Uttarakhand‑Himachal
In the northern Himalayas, torrential showers have triggered landslides and road blockages. Uttarakhand alone reports 126 closed roads, including two national highways. The Yamunotri‑Rishikesh corridor, the national highway linking Rishikesh to Yamunotri, and several rural arteries are impassable due to flood‑water and slope failures. Officials urge travelers to use alternate routes and keep emergency kits handy.
Dust‑laden Storms in Rajasthan
Conversely, Rajasthan faces a starkly different threat. While eastern Rajasthan will stay dry over the next five to six days, the Shekhawati, Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions may see light showers between 13‑15 July. Western Rajasthan, however, is under a warning for dust‑laden gusts reaching 30‑40 km/h, which will drastically reduce visibility and aggravate respiratory conditions. Farmers have been cautioned about potential crop damage and road accidents.
Continued Showers in West Bengal & Odisha
West Bengal recorded a maximum of 89 mm in Pundibari, Cooch Behar, and IMD has extended heavy‑rain alerts to several districts, especially the sub‑Himalayan and southern zones. Odisha’s forecast shows four days of thunderstorms and heavy rain across districts such as Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara and Rayagada, prompting a yellow alert. The state has already logged 348.1 mm of rain this season—about 8 % above the climatological average.
Normal Conditions in Delhi & Uttar Pradesh
Delhi’s maximum temperature is expected to hover between 35‑36 °C with lows of 26‑28 °C, and the capital will see no significant temperature swings over the next week. Uttar Pradesh’s capital, Lucknow, will experience partly cloudy skies with no rain for the next three‑four days, as monsoon activity remains 17 % below normal.
Overall, the disparate weather patterns underscore the uneven distribution of the monsoon this year—flood‑prone conditions in the north, dust storms in the arid west, and moderate rains elsewhere. Citizens are advised to follow local advisories, keep emergency supplies ready, and reconsider travel plans where necessary.
