Heavy Rain Alert Across 27 States as Cyclone Arnab Weakens
Although Cyclone Arnab has weakened and changed into a low pressure zone, its effects are still expected to be felt in several states over the next five to six days. Meteorological officials have announced the possibility of torrential rain across many regions today. Some areas may see heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and winds reaching 40 to 60 kilometres per hour.
Delhi Forecast for Today and the Coming Days
The national capital is unlikely to see rain today. Instead, partial cloud cover is expected, with temperatures ranging between 16 and 24 degrees Celsius. Clouds may remain partial on November 1, followed by clear skies until November 5.
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Bengal
Uttar Pradesh is under the influence of Cyclone Arnab, and rain alerts have been issued for 23 districts. Light and scattered rain is expected in eastern Uttar Pradesh until November 2, with light showers possible in the western part too. Winds of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour may bring dust storms. Rain is forecast in Bihar, Jharkhand, and the Gangetic plains of West Bengal until November 5.
Central India Outlook
Odisha may receive rain on November 1 and heavy rain on November 2. Parts of Punjab and eastern and western Rajasthan may see isolated showers. Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Vidarbha are expected to continue experiencing rain. Eastern and western Madhya Pradesh may get rain until November 4, while Chhattisgarh is likely to see widespread rain today and on November 2 and 3.
Northeast, West and South
Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura could witness rain at various locations until November 5. Konkan, Goa, and Marathwada are expected to see rain, and today's showers may hit Gujarat, central Maharashtra, and Saurashtra-Kutch. The southern region will remain under rain-bearing conditions for the next five days.
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal may witness light to moderate rain at scattered places until November 5. Kerala and Mahe may get rain today and on November 3 and 4. Karnataka's weather will remain active until November 5. Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Rayalaseema may see rain until November 1, and conditions may continue until November 5.
Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir
Uttarakhand is set for heavy rain, with gusty winds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour, thunder, and lightning strikes possible until November 2. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are likely to receive light to moderate rain until the same date.
People in affected areas are advised to remain alert and keep track of the latest weather bulletins.