India Weather Today: IMD Alerts, Rainfall Updates & Forecast 2025”

All-India Weather Today: IMD Alerts, City-Wise Forecast, Safety Guide & Live Trends

Published: Aug 25, 2025 • Updated hourly • Source: IMD bulletins, city reports & verified outlets

At a glance:

• IMD flags heavy to very heavy rainfall over Gujarat (till Aug 30) with rain spells for Rajasthan and Konkan & Goa / Madhya Maharashtra. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Delhi & Mumbai see fresh showers; flight/commute advisories in effect; Pune & Konkan ghats under periodic alerts. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Monsoon drivers: MJO active; weak negative IOD likely to emerge—supportive of episodic heavy spells. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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National Synopsis — What IMD is Saying

According to the latest All-India Weather Summary and IMD press communications, the late-August monsoon window remains active. Forecasts show heavy rain over Konkan & Goa (Aug 25–30) and Madhya Maharashtra (Aug 27–30), alongside continued alerts for parts of Gujarat and Rajasthan. Northeastern states (Assam-Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh) may also see intermittent heavy showers during the period, with renewed activity in NMMT (Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura) toward the 27–30 window. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

A dedicated IMD press note highlights that Gujarat could witness heavy to very heavy rainfall through August 30, while Rajasthan remains on watch through August 26 with localized intense cells possible. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Travel Tip Check district-level warnings before intercity trips, especially routes skirting ghats and low-lying stretches. If you’re flying from Delhi/Mumbai during active spells, reach early and keep tabs on airline advisories. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Region-Wise Forecast & Impact

1) West India — Gujarat, Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra

Gujarat: Red/orange alerts are in effect across multiple districts in the 26–27 Aug window (e.g., Sabarkantha, Patan, Mehsana, Banaskantha, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Surat, Valsad, Dang, Bharuch, and more). Expect heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, leading to waterlogging and localized flooding in urban pockets. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Konkan & Goa: IMD indicates heavy to very heavy episodes across coastal belts and ghats, especially late evenings/overnights, with isolated extremely heavy spells not ruled out. Madhya Maharashtra (including ghat sections near Pune/Satara/Raigad/Ratnagiri) turns wetter between Aug 27–30; keep an eye on rapid runoff/landslide risk on steep sections. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Pune region: IMD’s city guidance calls for a yellow alert around Ganeshotsav onset as embedded circulations interact with a Bay-origin low. Light to moderate spells are already reported, with ghats like Tamhini/Lonavala seeing higher totals. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

2) Northwest & Central — Rajasthan, Delhi-NCR, MP

Rajasthan: East Rajasthan faces bursts of heavy rain, grading down after Aug 26 as synoptic energy shifts. Localized flash-flooding is possible in desert fringes when convection lines organize. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Delhi-NCR: Light to moderate showers with thundershowers are forecast; yellow alert was lifted for today but early-morning bursts affected commutes. Month-to-date rainfall has crossed the August normal, implying saturated surfaces and quick ponding in low-lying colonies. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Madhya Pradesh: Circulations in/around northwest & northeast MP align with a low-pressure system, promoting episodes of scattered to widespread rain bands. Travelers should watch river-crossings and culverts on state highways. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

3) East & Northeast — Bihar, WB, Assam-Meghalaya, Arunachal

Northeastern corridors sustain light to moderate rain with isolated heavy pockets this week, increasing around the 27–30 window for NMMT. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim retain orographic enhancement; landslide advisories should be monitored, particularly along hill roads. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

4) South Peninsular — Coastal AP, Karnataka, TN (Western Ghats)

With monsoon surge episodes pulsing along the west coast, ghats in Karnataka/TN can see windward-side enhancement. Some Tamil outlets also cite IMD watch points across south states given recent downpours in Chennai and ghats—schools/colleges holiday decisions vary by district and day; check local DC/education dept. notices. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

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Metro Snapshots — Delhi, Mumbai, Pune

Delhi

• Light to moderate precipitation with thundershowers; alert eased today but standing water possible after early bursts. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Month-to-date rain already above normal; avoid underpasses during intense 15–30 minute cells. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Mumbai & MMR

• Fresh round of rainfall with yellow/orange zones in suburbs/ghats; airlines issue advisory during active spells—reach airport early. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
• Konkan belts can tip into very heavy bands overnight; watch landslide-prone cuts. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Pune

• Yellow alert near Ganeshotsav onset; light-to-moderate city spells, heavier in ghats (Tamhini/Lonavala). :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Reservoirs high; intermittent showers keep catchments primed—drive cautiously on ghat hairpins.

Monsoon Science — Why Heavy Spells Are Flaring

Two large-scale drivers matter this week: the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) and the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). As per IMD extended-range discussions, the MJO is transitioning across phases 4–5 with amplitude >1 (weakening later), a configuration that can transiently support convection over the Indian longitudes. Meanwhile, models suggest a weak negative IOD may evolve toward the end of the season, often associated with altered rain distribution along the west coast and peninsular India. These background signals, when aligned with a Bay-origin low and monsoon trough oscillations, tend to produce the kind of on-off heavy rain spells being observed. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

IMD’s long-range outlook had also indicated above-normal rainfall for Aug–Sept as a whole (countrywide), consistent with the current resurgence. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

City/State Quickboard — Today & This Week

Region	Trend	Key Risks	IMD/Source
Gujarat	Heavy–very heavy; multiple districts on red/orange 26–27 Aug	Urban flooding, river/stream rise, road closures	IMD, DD News roundup. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
Rajasthan (East)	Localized heavy cells; easing post-26 Aug	Flash flooding in desert fringes, storm outflows	IMD/ET weather report. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
Konkan & Goa	Heavy with very heavy pockets 25–30 Aug	Landslides on ghats, tree fall, power interruptions	IMD All-India Summary. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
Madhya Maharashtra	Wetter 27–30 Aug (ghats higher)	Runoff/landslide risk, low-visibility driving	IMD All-India Summary. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}
Delhi-NCR	Light–moderate spells; alert eased today	Underpass waterlogging, commute delays	IMD/LiveMint city update. :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}
Mumbai & MMR	Fresh spells; airline advisories during peaks	Airport delays, suburban track waterlogging	Financial Express update. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}
NE India (Asm-Meg, Arunachal)	Intermittent heavy; NMMT increases 27–30	Hill roads, localized flooding	IMD All-India Summary. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}

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Public-Safety Checklist — Simple Steps That Save Time & Risk

Before You Travel

• Check IMD district-wise warning map; avoid routes flagged for very heavy rain. :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}
• If flying from Delhi/Mumbai, add buffer time and track airline SMS/app advisories. :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}
• Carry a small emergency kit (torch, power bank, water, basic meds).

During Heavy Spells

• Never drive into waterlogged underpasses; turn around, don’t risk it.
• Keep children away from open drains and swollen streams.
• In hill roads/ghats, watch for fresh debris and obey closure signs.

Note: Follow municipal disaster management handles for ward-level updates; telecom networks may slow during peak cells—download maps offline if possible.

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FAQs — Readers Ask, We Answer

Q1) Where do I see my district’s warning level?

Open IMD’s subdivision/district warning dashboard; choose your state and day-wise view (D1–D7). :contentReference[oaicite:31]{index=31}

Q2) Which states are under heavy rain watch this week?

Gujarat (till Aug 30), East Rajasthan (till ~Aug 26), Konkan & Goa (25–30), Madhya Maharashtra (27–30), and parts of the Northeast across the period. Always re-check the latest IMD update. :contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}

Q3) What’s driving the late-August surge?

MJO is active across favorable phases; a weak negative IOD may emerge; plus a Bay low and trough oscillations—together boosting convection. :contentReference[oaicite:33]{index=33}

Q4) Are Delhi/Mumbai flights getting delayed right now?

Both cities have seen morning spells and advisories; check airline apps/SMS before departure. :contentReference[oaicite:34]{index=34}

Sources & Further Reading (Trusted)

• IMD — Press Releases & Bulletins (All-India Summary; District Warnings). :contentReference[oaicite:35]{index=35}
• Economic Times Weather Desk — Gujarat/Rajasthan/Maharashtra alerts. :contentReference[oaicite:36]{index=36}
• LiveMint — Delhi & Mumbai rain updates with commute advisories. :contentReference[oaicite:37]{index=37}
• Financial Express — Mumbai yellow alert & forecast. :contentReference[oaicite:38]{index=38}
• DD News — Gujarat district-wise red/orange alert list (26–27 Aug). :contentReference[oaicite:39]{index=39}
• Times of India (Pune) — Ganeshotsav-time rains & ghats watch. :contentReference[oaicite:40]{index=40}
• IMD Extended-Range/MJO-IOD notes — Thiruvananthapuram, Pune. :contentReference[oaicite:41]{index=41}

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