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The India Meteorological Department has predicted a fresh spell of rainfall across Himachal Pradesh from April 18-21. A strong western disturbance will bring light to moderate precipitation, with potential heavy rainfall in higher altitude districts like Chamba and Kangra. The weather system is expected to help bridge the current rainfall deficit of nearly 70 percent. Temperatures are anticipated to drop by 5-7 degrees Celsius during this period.

Key Points: IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Himachal Pradesh April 18-21

  • IMD forecasts significant rainfall in Chamba, Kangra, Kullu and Mandi districts
  • Orange alert issued for April 18-19 regions
  • Temperatures expected to drop 5-7 degrees Celsius
  • Current rainfall deficit around 70 percent
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Himachal to receive fresh spell of rainfall between April 18-21: IMD HP

Western disturbance to bring intermittent rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, with potential heavy precipitation in higher altitude regions

"A very active western disturbance is expected to influence Himachal Pradesh from the afternoon of April 18 - Shobhit Katiyar, IMD Senior Scientist"

Shimla, April 16

The Meteorological Department has predicted rainfall in various parts of Himachal Pradesh between April 18 and April 21.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a strong western disturbance is expected to impact the state, resulting in light to moderate rainfall in most regions and heavy rainfall in higher altitudes.

Speaking to ANI, Shobhit Katiyar, Senior Scientist at the IMD's Himachal Pradesh Centre in Shimla, said that the weather will change after two days with the approaching fresh Western disturbance on April 18.

"In the next 48 hours, the weather will remain mostly clear across the state. However, a very active western disturbance is expected to influence Himachal Pradesh from the afternoon of April 18 until the morning of April 21. Due to this system, we are likely to see intermittent rainfall across many parts of the state," said Katiyar.

He added that light rain may occur today in Chamba and Kangra districts, but the main spell of rainfall will begin from April 18.

"There is a possibility of heavy rainfall in the higher regions of Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, and Mandi districts on April 18 and 19. Some areas may receive rainfall between 6 to 12 cm. Because of this, we have issued an orange alert for these districts for April 18 and 19," Katiyar further explained.

Talking about the temperatures, he said that the temperatures will also decrease after the 18th in the region.

"Currently, daytime temperatures in most places are within the normal range, though a few areas are recording 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal. However, during the upcoming rain spell from April 18 to 21, we expect a significant drop in temperature, around 5 to 7 degrees Celsius in most parts of the state," he added.

Commenting on the rainfall deficit in April so far, Katiyar said that there has been a deficit of rain in the month of April.

"Till April 15, Himachal Pradesh has received only 10 mm of rainfall, while the average for this period should be around 35 mm. That's a deficit of nearly 70 per cent. However, this active Western Disturbance is expected to bring significant rainfall over the next few days, which will help bridge the deficit," he said.

He also mentioned that temperatures are expected to rise again after April 22.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally some relief from the heat! 🌧️ The temperature drop will be so welcome after these warm days. Hope the rainfall helps with the deficit too.
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Priya S.
I appreciate the detailed forecast but wish IMD would provide more localized predictions. As someone planning a trek in Kullu, I need to know exact areas that might get heavy rain.
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Ankit M.
Farmers must be relieved! The 70% deficit was worrying. Hope this rainfall is evenly distributed across agricultural areas 🤞
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Sunita R.
Time to get those woolens out again! 5-7 degree drop is significant. Stay warm everyone ❄️
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Vikram J.
The orange alert is concerning. Authorities should ensure proper drainage in flood-prone areas before the heavy rainfall begins.
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Neha T.
Perfect weather for some chai and pakoras! ☕ Looking forward to the fresh mountain air after the rain clears up.

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