Maharashtra Weather Update: Heavy Rain Alert Amid Unseasonal Cyclonic Activity

Cyclonic circulation triggers heavy rain, thunderstorms and temperature anomalies across Maharashtra and neighboring states.

Key Weather Highlights

Persisting Heat in Maharashtra: Maharashtra, including Mumbai and suburban areas, continues to experience unseasonal warmth. No significant drop in temperature was observed over the last 24 hours, and the trend is likely to continue over the next day.

Heavy Rainfall Forecast

Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg Districts:

Heavy rains expected today with gale-force winds (30-40 km/h), lightning, and thunderstorms. Power supply disruptions are anticipated due to stormy conditions.

Weather Conditions in Other Regions

Tamil Nadu and Kerala:

• Widespread heavy rainfall reported, driven by cyclonic circulation.

• Scattered Rain Expected In:

• Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Maharashtra, Telangana, and Lakshadweep.

Western Himalayas (Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh):

• Scattered snowfall, rain, and thunderstorms likely.

Northeast (Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh):

• Isolated rain and thunderstorms predicted.

Precautionary Measures

General Advisory for Maharashtra Residents:

• Avoid outdoor activities during heavy rain and storms, especially in Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg.

• Prepare for possible power outages and secure electronic devices.

Farmers:

• Protect crops from sudden downpours and strong winds to minimize losses.

Current Climate Context

The cyclonic circulation continues to disrupt weather across Maharashtra, leading to unseasonal rains and persistent heat. The shifting climate patterns have further caused widespread rain in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with similar conditions extending to neighboring states and regions in northeast India.

Stay alert for updates from the Meteorological Department and take necessary precautions.