IMD forecasts rainfall, thunderstorms across several parts of India for next five days

ANI May 17, 2025 322 views

The IMD predicts widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across India over the next five days, with southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala facing persistent downpours. Northern regions, including Delhi, may see temporary relief from heat, while heatwaves continue in Uttar Pradesh, leading to increased hospital admissions. Health officials warn against consuming outside food due to rising cases of typhoid and diarrhoea. The Northeast and Central India will also experience continued wet weather amid fluctuating temperatures.

"We expect thunderstorm activity to develop over Delhi in the evening today and tomorrow." – Akhil Srivastava, IMD
New Delhi, May 17: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast continued rainfall and thunderstorm activity across several regions of the country over the next five days.

Key Points

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Southern India faces persistent rain and thunderstorms

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Heatwaves continue in North with rising hospital cases

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Delhi may see temperature relief with light rain

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Northeast and Central India to experience continued rainfall

Speaking to ANI on Friday, IMD scientist Akhil Srivastava pointed out that southern India, especially the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka, will experience persistent rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds for the next five days.

Similar weather conditions are expected to prevail over Central India.

"The Northeastern parts of the country will also continue to receive rainfall for the next five days," Srivastava said, adding that parts of Northwestern India are likely to see thunderstorm activity in the coming days, coupled with heatwave conditions.

In eastern India, especially in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh, the weather is set to remain hot and humid.

However, residents in the national capital may find some relief from the heat.

"We expect thunderstorm activity to develop over Delhi in the evening today and tomorrow. Light rainfall is expected, and due to this, the temperature might fall to around 37 to 39 degrees Celsius," Srivastava said.

The changing weather patterns come amid rising concerns over heat waves in several northern states.

Meanwhile, rising temperatures in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad has led to an increase in people getting admitted in hospitals.

Senior Consultant Medical, V Singh, said that children being admitted to hospitals have been suffering from typhoid, fever, loose motion, col,d, and cough.

"Summers have started, and at this time, children suffer from typhoid, fever, loose motion, and cold and cough," Singh told ANI.

He further advised people to avoid the consumption of food from outside.

"Since the outside food is adulterated, our suggestion is to avoid it because some people mix such things that are not good for health... Around 200 patients are coming in and 25-30 children are being admitted..." he further added.

Dr. Rajendra of the ACMS District Hospital, Moradabad, stated that the count of patients with vomiting and diarrhoea had increased.

"Patients with vomiting and diarrhoea have increased a bit due to the heat, but it is not enough now that everyone is being seen in the OPD... Around 2200-2500 patients come in each day in the hospital OPD with different kinds of ailments... Around 90-100 patients are admitted as well. Summers have started, but have not caused a massive effect till now, it is manageable," he said.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Finally some relief from Delhi's scorching heat! 🌧️ But 37-39°C is still quite warm. Hope the rainfall brings down pollution levels too. IMD's forecasts have been quite accurate this season.
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Rahul S.
Concerned about Kerala farmers - continuous rainfall during this season can damage standing crops. Government should prepare relief measures in advance. Also, the heatwave warning for UP is worrying - we need better public health infrastructure.
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Anjali M.
As a Bangalorean, we're enjoying the pre-monsoon showers! But the gusty winds have caused some power outages. KSEB needs to be more prepared. Also, parents should take the doctor's advice seriously - street food in summer is risky business.
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Sanjay P.
Why is IMD not giving district-level forecasts? "Central India" is too broad - we need more localized predictions. Also, the heatwave-hospitalization link shows our cities need more green cover and better urban planning.
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Neha T.
The Northeast getting continuous rain while suffering heatwaves is so contradictory! Climate change effects are clear. Time for state governments to work on better disaster preparedness plans. Stay safe everyone! ☔
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Vikram D.
Good that IMD is giving advance warnings. But municipalities need to act - clear drains before rains to prevent flooding. Last year's Chennai-like situations shouldn't repeat. Public awareness about summer illnesses is also crucial.

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