Haryana Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Likely as Monsoon Set to Enter State Within 48 Hours
Haryana is likely to witness heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds as the southwest monsoon is expected to enter the state within 48 hours. Check district-wise rain forecast and the latest weather update.
RJ Kesari News Desk: After weeks of intense heat and high humidity, Haryana is finally set to receive much-needed relief. According to the latest weather forecast, the southwest monsoon is expected to enter the state within the next 48 hours, bringing widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several districts.
Meteorologists believe the change in weather will significantly reduce temperatures while improving overall weather conditions across the region.
Monsoon to Enter Haryana Through Northern Districts
Weather experts say the advancing monsoon winds from the Bay of Bengal will first reach Yamunanagar, Ambala, and Panchkula before gradually spreading across the rest of the state.
The monsoon is then expected to move through:
- Karnal
- Kurukshetra
- Panipat
- Delhi-NCR
- Gurugram
- Faridabad
- Palwal
This progression is expected to bring widespread rainfall to both northern and southern parts of Haryana.
Heavy Rainfall Forecast Between July 2 and July 6
According to Dr. Madan Khichar, Head of the Department of Agricultural Meteorology at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, a cyclonic circulation developing over Punjab, combined with active monsoon winds, will trigger a significant change in weather.
From July 2 to July 6, Haryana is likely to experience:
- Light to moderate rainfall across many districts
- Heavy rainfall at isolated locations
- Thunderstorms with lightning
- Strong gusty winds
Residents are advised to remain cautious during periods of intense rainfall and thunderstorms.
Districts Likely to Receive Rain Today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rainfall on July 1 in several parts of Haryana, including:
- Panchkula
- Ambala
- Yamunanagar
- Kurukshetra
- Kaithal
- Karnal
- Jind
- Panipat
- Sonipat
- Rohtak
- Jhajjar
- Gurugram
- Faridabad
- Palwal
- Nuh
Light showers and cloudy conditions are expected in many of these districts throughout the day.
Heavy Showers Expected From July 2
From July 2 onward, rainfall activity is expected to intensify across almost the entire state.
Weather officials have indicated that Ambala, Yamunanagar, and Panchkula are likely to receive the heaviest rainfall, while other districts may witness intermittent showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
Residents May Get Relief From Heatwave Conditions
The arrival of the monsoon is expected to provide significant relief from:
- Extreme daytime temperatures
- High humidity
- Heatwave-like conditions
- Dry weather prevailing over recent weeks
Farmers are also expected to benefit as the rainfall will improve soil moisture ahead of the ongoing agricultural season.
Safety Advisory During Rainfall
With thunderstorms and strong winds in the forecast, residents should take basic precautions:
- Avoid standing under trees during lightning.
- Drive carefully on waterlogged roads.
- Secure loose outdoor objects before strong winds arrive.
- Follow official weather advisories for real-time updates.