The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall over Odisha and Chhattisgarh on Wednesday, September 24. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is driving widespread showers across several states, while Delhi is expected to remain warm with clear skies.
Orange alert for Chhattisgarh and Odisha
The IMD said a low-pressure area over the east-central and northern Bay of Bengal is likely to cause heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in central and southern Chhattisgarh starting September 24. Odisha will also see intense rainfall over the next few days. Light to moderate showers were recorded across parts of Chhattisgarh in the last 24 hours, with intensity expected to rise.
Northeast braces for heavy showers
Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are predicted in the northeastern states, including Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. Isolated heavy downpours are also likely. Another spell of rain is anticipated around September 29, particularly in Assam and Meghalaya.
Delhi forecast: Clear and sunny
In the national capital, the IMD forecast clear skies and warm conditions. Temperatures will range from 28.1°C at night to 36.8°C during the day, with humidity at 41% and winds around 19.4 km/h.
Mumbai outlook
Mumbai is likely to see light rain and thunderstorms on Wednesday and Thursday. A fresh spell of heavy rain is expected on September 27, with the IMD issuing an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad districts. Maximum and minimum temperatures will hover around 30°C and 24°C, respectively.
Western India rain spell
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Madhya Maharashtra & Marathwada: Light to moderate rain over the next week, with heavy to very heavy rainfall between September 26–29.
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Konkan & Goa: Light to moderate showers from September 25–29, with heavy rainfall expected from September 26–29.
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Gujarat region: Rainfall and thunderstorms are likely from September 27–29.
