Weather on High Alert: Mumbai and Delhi Brace for Heavy Rain and Storms
Get those umbrellas out—things are getting intense. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has just thrown out a heavy rain alert for two of India's most crowded metros, Mumbai and Delhi. Thursday, June 20, looks particularly stormy in Mumbai, with the IMD raising an 'orange alert'. That means residents could see bursts of rain, flashes of lightning, and winds howling between 30-50 km/h, especially as evening falls. Delhi isn't escaping the wild weather, either. The IMD has given it a 'yellow alert' until June 23, signaling light to moderate showers, rumbles of thunder, and winds gusting up to 50 km/h in places.
This isn't just about people getting wet on their commute. There's real disruption looming—for flights, trains, and even livestock. IMD meteorologists are urging everyone to stop taking chances with lightning. They warn that being out in open areas during these storms could turn dangerous fast. Besides that, they're suggesting everyone unplug electronics before storms hit to avoid damage. It might sound like an old wife's tale, but when lightning strikes, your plugged-in devices can really get zapped.
What’s Behind the Warnings? Lower Temperatures and Regional Ripples
All this stormy drama is already nudging temperatures down. Delhi's daytime highs are now expected to hang just below the usual June sweat-fest. Highs will likely drop to around 33-35°C—definitely a cool change compared to the city’s usual grueling summer. Even the lows will linger comfortably between 25-29°C. Mumbai hasn't got precise temperature figures yet, but that steady rainfall promises a less sweltering stay—at least for now.
The alerts don’t end in these two cities. Gujarat and Maharashtra are staring at the same kind of warnings, while the Northeast is bracing for isolated heavy showers that might stretch out all week. The IMD hasn’t found any evidence of a heatwave headed for Delhi in this period. That’s one small relief for folks who’ve endured back-to-back heat spells. Across the wider northwest, the mercury will continue its downward trend until at least June 25. Rajasthan and parts of the Himalayas might buck this trend, but most of the plains will feel the cool-off.
Packing up outdoor plans for now doesn’t sound like a bad idea. With storms rolling in and streets likely to flood, sticking indoors is the safest bet. And if you live in flood-prone neighborhoods—now’s the time to roll up those carpets and keep valuables on higher ground.
