Weather Alert Today: Heavy Rain Likely in 16 States, Winds May Reach 80 Kmph; Check IMD Forecast for August 13

Weather Update August 13, 2026: Monsoon conditions remain active across large parts of India, with rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in several regions on Thursday. According to the forecast cited in the report, 16 states could experience spells of heavy rainfall, while winds may reach around 80 kmph at isolated locations.

The weather could be particularly challenging across parts of northern, eastern, central and western India. Hilly regions also face an increased risk of landslides and road disruptions following persistent rainfall.

16 States Under Rain and Thunderstorm Watch

Rain, thunderstorms or heavy showers are expected across parts of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat and Maharashtra.

Some locations could experience intense rain accompanied by lightning and strong winds. People are advised to avoid standing near trees, electric poles and weak structures during thunderstorms.

Delhi Weather Today

Delhi could witness cloudy conditions, rain and thunderstorms on August 13. Gusty winds may also accompany some spells of rain.

The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 36°C, while the minimum could be approximately 29°C.

Uttar Pradesh: Heavy Rain in Several Districts

Several districts of Uttar Pradesh could receive rain and thunderstorms today.

Areas likely to be affected include Gautam Buddha Nagar, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Aligarh, Mathura, Agra, Kanpur, Jhansi, Bahraich, Gonda, Ambedkar Nagar, Azamgarh, Mirzapur, Jaunpur, Gorakhpur, Maharajganj, Sant Kabir Nagar, Sonbhadra and Mau.

Eastern Uttar Pradesh may experience heavier rainfall, while western districts could see thunderstorms and gusty winds.

Lucknow's temperature is expected to range between 28°C and 35°C.

Bihar Weather: Rain and Thunderstorms Expected

Rain accompanied by thunderstorms could affect several parts of Bihar, including Patna, Gaya, Jehanabad, Kaimur, Rohtas, Aurangabad, Nalanda, Sheikhpura, Lakhisarai, Begusarai, Saran, Vaishali, Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Saharsa, Supaul, Purnia, Kishanganj, Katihar, Khagaria and Munger.

Patna could record a maximum temperature of around 34°C and a minimum of 28°C.

Uttarakhand Faces Heavy Rain Risk

Weather conditions could remain challenging across Uttarakhand on August 13 and 14.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are possible in Bageshwar, Nainital, Rudraprayag, Almora, Udham Singh Nagar, Haridwar and Pauri Garhwal, among other areas.

According to the forecast cited in the report, the intensity of rainfall could increase further in parts of Uttarakhand on August 14.

Residents and tourists in mountainous regions should remain cautious because prolonged rainfall can increase the risk of landslides, falling rocks and temporary road closures.

Himachal Pradesh Weather Alert

Heavy rain is also expected across several parts of Himachal Pradesh, including Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, Solan, Kangra, Bilaspur, Sirmaur, Kinnaur, Lahaul-Spiti and Una.

The risk could remain elevated on August 14, with very heavy rainfall possible at isolated locations.

People travelling through mountain roads should check local weather and traffic advisories before beginning their journey.

Jammu and Kashmir Could See Rain and Gusty Winds

Parts of Doda, Rajouri, Poonch, Baramulla, Kathua, Anantnag, Samba and Kishtwar could experience rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds.

Srinagar is expected to see temperatures between approximately 19°C and 31°C.

Rajasthan: Rain Alert for Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur and Other Areas

Rain and thunderstorms are expected across several Rajasthan districts, including Jaipur, Udaipur, Pali, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Sawai Madhopur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Banswara, Pratapgarh, Sirohi, Kota, Baran and Tonk.

Jaipur could record a maximum temperature of around 33°C, while the minimum may remain close to 26°C.

Madhya Pradesh Weather

Rain and thunderstorms could affect Bhopal, Indore, Khandwa, Guna, Morena, Sheopur, Jhabua, Alirajpur, Dewas, Narsinghpur, Chhindwara, Shahdol, Satna, Umaria, Sidhi, Anuppur and Panna.

Bhopal's temperature could range from approximately 24°C to 28°C.

West Bengal and Jharkhand Also on Alert

West Bengal could experience rain and thunderstorms across areas including Kolkata, Howrah, Durgapur, Malda, Hooghly, Darjeeling, Nadia, North 24 Parganas, Jalpaiguri and Murshidabad.

In Jharkhand, Ranchi, Sahibganj, Dumka, Jamtara, Jamshedpur, Seraikela, Khunti, Gumla, Palamu, Ramgarh and Chatra could see rain accompanied by thunder and gusty winds.

Temperature Forecast for Major Cities

What People Should Keep in Mind

With heavy rain, lightning and strong winds possible across multiple states, people should stay away from waterlogged roads, trees, electricity poles and unstable structures during severe weather.

Those travelling in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir should be particularly cautious because intense rainfall can trigger landslides and disrupt mountain roads.

Weather conditions can change quickly during the monsoon, so travellers, farmers and residents in affected areas should follow the latest official local advisories before making travel or outdoor plans.