IMD Rain Alert: Heavy Rainfall Likely Over Delhi-NCR, UP, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued rainfall activity across several parts of north and central India, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall likely in multiple states over the next few days. The latest weather bulletin, issued on September 4, 2026, attributes the weather conditions mainly to a well-marked low-pressure area over central parts of northern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining south Uttar Pradesh.

According to the IMD, the system is likely to remain quasi-stationary during the next two days, while several associated troughs are influencing weather conditions across different parts of the country.

The weather office has specifically warned of isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall over East Rajasthan and West Madhya Pradesh on September 4 and 5, while East Madhya Pradesh is likely to experience very heavy rainfall on September 4.

Heavy Rainfall Forecast: Key Areas

The IMD has also forecast fairly widespread to widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning over East Rajasthan and Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi on September 4 and 5. West Uttar Pradesh is expected to see similar conditions between September 4 and 6, while East Uttar Pradesh could experience such activity from September 6 to 8.

Delhi-NCR Weather: Rain and Thunderstorms

Delhi-NCR is expected to remain generally cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms continuing through September 5.

For September 4, the IMD has forecast one or two spells of light to moderate rainfall at most places, with isolated heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorm and lightning during afternoon to night. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain around 31–33°C.

On September 5, Delhi could see light to moderate rain at many places during the early morning to forenoon, followed by another spell at a few places during the afternoon to evening. Thunderstorms and lightning are also expected. Temperatures are forecast to fall, with the maximum between 29°C and 31°C and the minimum between 24°C and 26°C.

The weather is likely to improve somewhat on September 6, with partly cloudy skies and a possibility of very light rain. Temperatures are expected to remain between 31°C and 33°C during the day and 22°C and 24°C at night.

On September 7, partly cloudy conditions are likely, with maximum temperatures rising to 33–35°C and minimum temperatures around 23–25°C.

Central India Under Rainfall Influence

Central India is expected to remain one of the major rainfall zones over the coming days.

West Madhya Pradesh is likely to receive fairly widespread to widespread rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning from September 4 to 6, while East Madhya Pradesh could experience such conditions from September 4 to 8. Chhattisgarh is also likely to see widespread rainfall on September 4 and again during September 8–10.

The IMD has forecast isolated very heavy rainfall over West Madhya Pradesh on September 4 and 5, while East Madhya Pradesh could experience very heavy rainfall on September 4. Heavy rainfall is also likely over East Madhya Pradesh during September 5–8.

The region has already recorded significant rainfall. During the 24 hours ending at 0830 IST on September 4, Orchha in Niwari district of East Madhya Pradesh recorded 17 cm, the highest among the listed stations. Bairad in Shivpuri recorded 9 cm.

Rainfall Activity Across Other Regions

The weather system is also expected to produce rainfall over eastern and northeastern India.

In East India, widespread rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is likely over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim from September 4 to 10. Gangetic West Bengal is likely to receive widespread rainfall during September 4–5 and again during September 7–10. Bihar is expected to see widespread rainfall on September 5–6 and September 10.

Heavy rainfall is also forecast over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim during September 4–8, Bihar during September 5–8, and Odisha during September 9–10.

Northeastern states will also remain under a prolonged spell of rainfall. Arunachal Pradesh is likely to experience widespread rain and thunderstorms during September 4–8, while Assam and Meghalaya could see similar conditions during September 4–8 and again on September 10. Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura are likely to receive such weather between September 4 and 10.

West and South India

Over western India, Konkan and Goa are expected to receive fairly widespread to widespread rainfall during September 4–10. Gujarat, Madhya Maharashtra, Marathwada and Saurashtra and Kutch are likely to experience isolated to scattered rainfall during the same period.

Rainfall activity over the southern peninsula is expected to remain comparatively subdued, although isolated to scattered rain and thunderstorms are likely across several states through September 10. Coastal Karnataka is expected to receive fairly widespread to widespread rainfall during September 4–10.

The IMD has also warned of gusty winds reaching 40–50 kmph, with gusts up to 60 kmph, over Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema and Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal during September 4–5. Strong surface winds are also expected over parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh during the coming days.

Rainfall Recorded in the Past 24 Hours

Several parts of the country have already recorded heavy rainfall.

The IMD reported very heavy rainfall of 12–20 cm over East Madhya Pradesh, while heavy rainfall of 7–11 cm was recorded in parts of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Uttar Pradesh, West Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal.

Rain May Affect Roads and Railways

The IMD has warned that heavy rain and squally winds could affect road and rail traffic, while low-lying areas may experience waterlogging, inundation and localized flooding. Landslides, mudslides and reduced visibility are also possible, particularly in vulnerable urban and hilly areas.

The weather office has advised people to monitor changing weather conditions and move to safer locations if conditions worsen. People have also been advised not to take shelter under trees during thunderstorms and to avoid water bodies and electrical conductors when lightning is expected.

Farmers Advised to Ensure Drainage

The IMD has issued agricultural advisories for several states. Farmers in Madhya Pradesh have been advised to ensure proper drainage in soybean, cotton, maize and sugarcane fields to prevent waterlogging. Similar drainage measures have been recommended for farmers in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Uttarakhand and northeastern states.

Overall, the latest forecast indicates that north and central India will remain the main focus of heavy rainfall activity, particularly during September 4–6. Delhi-NCR is expected to see rain and thunderstorms through September 5, while Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh will remain under varying levels of rainfall alerts in the days ahead. At the same time, the IMD expects subdued rainfall activity to continue over Peninsular India during the next six to seven days.