Weather Forecast: Warning of Heavy Rain and Extreme Heat in These States from 20 to 24 May, Weather Forecast for Next 5 Days

The country is witnessing continuous weather changes as the monsoon approaches, while the heat remains at its peak. The Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for the next five days, highlighting both heavy rainfall and severe heatwave conditions.

Weather Forecast for May 20:

Today, there is a possibility of extremely heavy rainfall in some areas of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Mahe. Coastal and south interior Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Assam, and Meghalaya may also experience moderate to heavy rain. Thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds are expected in West Bengal, eastern Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Konkan, and Goa. Fishermen are advised to avoid venturing into the sea near Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maldives, the Comorin area, the Gulf of Mannar, and the Sri Lankan coast.

On the other hand, severe heatwave conditions are likely in many parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh-Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh. The heatwave will also affect parts of West and East Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh weather, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Gujarat.

Weather Forecast for May 21: According to the IMD, heavy rain will continue in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Mahe, with coastal and interior Karnataka also expecting heavy showers. Thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds are forecasted for regions including Bihar and Goa.

Severe heatwave conditions will persist in West Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and western Uttar Pradesh.

Weather Forecast for May 22: Heavy rainfall will continue in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, coastal Karnataka, and Lakshadweep. Severe heatwave conditions will persist in West Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and eastern Rajasthan.

Weather Forecast for May 23: There is a likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Kerala, and Mahe. Thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds are expected in several areas, including Odisha, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Heatwave conditions will persist in West Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and eastern Rajasthan.

Weather Forecast for May 24: Heavy to very heavy rainfall will continue in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, south interior Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe. Severe heatwave conditions will persist in West Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi, and eastern Rajasthan. Thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds are expected in Odisha, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Fishermen are advised to avoid venturing into the sea near Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maldives, and surrounding areas.

The Meteorological Department advises citizens to take necessary precautions during this period of extreme weather conditions, including staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and being cautious during thunderstorms.