Weather Forecast May 4: Heavy Rain & Storm Alert for 19 States; Winds Up to 80 km/h

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a significant weather warning for Monday, May 4, 2026. A powerful storm system is expected to impact 19 states, bringing heavy rainfall and high-velocity winds reaching 70 to 80 km/h. The shift in weather is attributed to a cyclonic circulation currently active over Haryana and its neighboring regions.

National Overview

The states under alert include Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, Haryana, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Odisha, Assam, Meghalaya, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.

• Hazard Warning: Eastern India is at high risk for severe lightning strikes.
• Advisory: Residents near rivers and dams, as well as fishermen and farmers, are advised to exercise extreme caution. Travelers should check local updates before commuting.

State-Wise Forecast for May 4

1. Delhi (Heavy Rain & Storm Alert)

• Conditions: Expect heavy rain accompanied by squalls with wind speeds of 30–40 km/h.
• Temperature: Max 32°C | Min 22°C.

2. Uttar Pradesh (Severe Storm Warning)

• Alert Areas: Saharanpur, Meerut, Aligarh, Moradabad, Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Lucknow.
• Winds: 50–60 km/h.
• Lucknow Temperature: Max 29°C | Min 23°C.

3. Bihar (Torrential Rain Alert)

• Alert Areas: Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur, and Purnia.
• Patna Temperature: Max 32°C | Min 24°C.

4. Rajasthan (Dust Storm & Rain)

• Alert Areas: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Kota, and Jaisalmer.
• Winds: 60–70 km/h.
• Jaipur Temperature: Max 34°C | Min 22°C.

5. Punjab & Haryana

• Punjab: Severe storm alert with winds up to 80 km/h in Amritsar, Patiala, and Bathinda.
• Haryana: High probability of rain due to the local cyclonic circulation.

6. Hilly Regions (Uttarakhand & Himachal)

• Uttarakhand: Heavy rain in Nainital and Dehradun with winds up to 70 km/h.
• Himachal: High-altitude areas like Manali will see temperatures as low as -1°C.

Temperature Chart: Major Cities (May 4, 2026)