SW Monsoon-2026 advances further, which areas are likely to receive heavy rainfall; check IMD weather updates and predictions
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast on Friday that heavy to very heavy rainfall (ranging from 7 to 20 cm) is likely in the southern and northeastern parts of the country over the next seven days.
According to the department's detailed bulletin, the Southwest Monsoon 2026 has advanced at its normal pace and on Friday entered the central Arabian Sea, parts of Goa, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, as well as the southwest Bay of Bengal. Conditions remain entirely favorable for its further advance into the remaining parts of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and the northeastern states within the next two to three days.
In the bulletin, the department stated that heavy to very heavy rainfall (7 to 20 cm) is expected at isolated places in Kerala, Mahe, and Karnataka over the next seven days.
Alert for extremely heavy rainfall
Specifically, an alert for extremely heavy rainfall has been issued for Kerala and Mahe for June 6 and 7. Additionally, heavy rainfall is expected to continue over the next few days in Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra.
Thunderstorms and hailstorms likely
Meanwhile, states in northwest and central India face the threat of thunderstorms and hailstorms. Hailstorms are likely in parts of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, western Uttar Pradesh, western Madhya Pradesh, and Madhya Maharashtra. Along with this, strong winds with speeds of 50 to 70 kmph are forecast for Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and eastern and western Rajasthan. A warning for dust storms has also been issued for regions in Rajasthan.
Light to moderate rain likely in Delhi
Delhi and its surrounding areas are also expected to witness cloudy skies and light to moderate rain accompanied by strong winds (40 to 60 kmph) over the next two days, leading to a drop in temperature. The weather here will gradually clear up starting June 7, and the sky is expected to remain mainly clear on June 8.
Severe heatwave conditions will persist in some parts
Amidst these changing weather conditions, severe heatwave conditions will persist in some parts of the country. Over the past 24 hours, the highest temperature in the country was recorded at 44.2°C in Brahmapuri, Maharashtra. Severe heatwave conditions are expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on June 5 and 6, while warnings have been issued for severe heatwaves in western Rajasthan from June 8 to 11, and in eastern and western Uttar Pradesh from June 9 to 11. Additionally, humid heat conditions will continue in Odisha from June 5 to 9.
Advisories to fishermen
In view of the adverse weather and rough sea conditions, the Meteorological Department has issued specific advisories to fishermen. They have been strictly advised not to venture into the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea between June 5 and 10. Furthermore, venturing towards the coast of Oman and the central-west Arabian Sea on June 9 has also been prohibited.
The department has instructed the general public to stay in safe locations during thunderstorms, switch off electrical appliances, and avoid waterlogged areas. Anticipating potential damage to crops, orchards, and mud houses due to heavy rain, hailstorms, and strong winds, farmers have been advised to ensure proper drainage of excess water from fields, and livestock owners have been advised to keep their animals in safe shelters.