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Weather Forecast: Warning Of Heavy Rain In 17 States On Dussehra, Lightning May Strike

October 20, 2026 • Vipin Kumar• 3 mins read
Weather Alert

Weather Forecast: While the monsoon has completely withdrawn from all parts of the country, the impact of cyclonic rain continues to be felt across various regions, keeping the situation consistently difficult. Heavy rainfall is expected in 17 states, including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi. Winds could reach speeds of up to 70 km/h, and snowfall is anticipated in three states.

There is also a risk of landslides in the mountainous regions. Stormy conditions are expected at sea, and fishermen have been advised not to venture out. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, across several states. Details regarding the weather in specific areas are provided below.

Alert for Torrential Rain in 17 States

According to the IMD, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Delhi, and Chhattisgarh may experience intense rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. The IMD has issued a heavy rain alert for Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Punjab, and Uttarakhand. The IMD has also forecast torrential rain for Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, and Odisha, with the possibility of wind speeds reaching up to 70 km/h.

Strong Winds Expected in Delhi

The IMD has issued a special alert for the national capital, Delhi. Torrential rain is possible in several parts of the city, with wind speeds potentially reaching up to 30 km/h. Today, October 20, the maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to be 31°C, while the minimum temperature is likely to be 19°C. Weather Conditions in Uttarakhand

According to the IMD, rainfall is expected in Uttarkashi, Pauri Garhwal, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Champawat, and Nainital. In Haridwar, there is a possibility of rain accompanied by thunderstorms, with strong winds expected to reach speeds of up to 70 km/h. In Dehradun, the maximum temperature today, October 20, is expected to reach 27°C, while the minimum temperature is likely to be 16°C.

Weather Conditions in Rajasthan

According to the Meteorological Department, rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected in Bharatpur, Dholpur, Chittorgarh, Bundi, Bikaner, Tonk, Ajmer, Churu, and Sawai Madhopur. The department has also indicated the possibility of thunderstorms and rain in Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Jaipur, and Jaisalmer.

Additionally, there is a possibility of strong winds (storms) reaching speeds of up to 70 km/h. For Jaipur, an alert has been issued, with the maximum temperature today, October 20, expected to be 32°C and the minimum temperature 20°C.

Weather Conditions in Bihar

According to the Meteorological Department, heavy rainfall is likely in Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Munger, Katihar, Araria, Kishanganj, Purnia, Supaul, and Saharsa. Furthermore, rain is also expected in Madhubani, Darbhanga, Samastipur, East Champaran, West Champaran, Gaya, Vaishali, and Buxar.

The IMD has predicted rain accompanied by storms in Rohtas, Gopalganj, and Bhojpur. In Patna, the maximum temperature today, October 20, is expected to reach 31°C, with a minimum temperature of 19°C.

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