Weather Storm Update: Weekly Forecast for India Metros

It is likely to be a fluctuating week of weather throughout the major metros in India with some isolated thunderstorms, light to moderate-rainfall spells and changing winds due to season changes and local systems. In the north, such as the Delhi NCR, there may be some episodic gusts and patchy showers in addition to all-day air-quality problems, whereas in the south, especially in Chennai and Bengaluru, some rain or thunder may be experienced between cloudy spells. Mumbai and Ahmedabad incline to drier with haze or smoke/ fog pockets but short thundershowers can not be excluded at the end of the day. Kolkata is hazy and humid with sporadic convectional activity on hot afternoons. Commuters are advised to monitor the city-wide announcements, prepare against light precipitation and make advance preparations during rush times when the occurrence of storm cells may result in focal waterlogging and sluggish traffic movements. Rain gear always be there and watch out daily updates because the mesoscale may vary timing and intensity halfway through the week.

Delhi NCR

Prognosis: Partly cloudy to hazy and isolated thunder or light rain events possible, AQI is also an issue of concern under calm to light winds.
Travel tip: Visibility is expected to drop at early mornings or evenings, so it is always a good idea to check real time advisories before taking a flight to an airport or an expressway.

Mumbai

Prognosis: Dry except with haze/smoke-fog intervals; a few late-day thundershowers are possible although not very high.
Travel tip: Humid and hot afternoons; drink and organize indoor activities during the hot season.

Bengaluru

Prognosis: Primarily sunny with some potential patchy showers; warm nights and cool afternoons.
Travel advice: Shower durations can be short and can cause traffic jam later in the evening; bring a light rain jacket.

Chennai

Prognosis: The weather is typically cloudy with the possibility of rain or thunder on some days; the level of humidity remains high.
Travel tip: Observe short, sharp bursts that can result in local ponding around low roads.

Hyderabad

Prognosis: Partly cloudy with the low possibility of a temporary shower.
Travel tip: Evenings; there should not be much rain to disturb.

Kolkata

Prognosis: Smoking with warm and humid weather and very minor afternoon thunder risk; the AQI may vary.
Travel tip: Be aware of sensitive groups: AQI should be checked and attempts to do strenuous outdoor activity in cases where the readings increase should be limited.

Ahmedabad and Pune

Prognosis: Mostly dry; smoke-fog or clear skies and pleasant evenings; very low risk of storms.
Travel advice: Haze can be experienced in the early morning thus driving carefully in the ring roads.

Safety and planning

Have gadgets charged to provide alerts, map applications to show real-time rain, lightning, and do not use underpasses when it is raining.
Move outdoors during the morning; weather is likely to be stormy in the afternoon and evening.