Indian Meteorological Department
IMD weather update 2025: Warning of record-breaking March heat and more
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts that March will be one of the warmest months in India this year, with above-average temperatures predicted to last for most of the month
Weather updates: IMD issues heavy rain, snowfall alert in these 13 states
Heavy rainfall warning: IMD issued a downpour warning across northeast India as cyclonic winds over the Bay of Bengal could potentially impact Assam and nearby states
Bengaluru to beat Delhi this year: IMD predicts record-high temperatures
IMD recently predicted that the temperature in Bengaluru is expected to be higher as compared to the temperature in the national capital
Delhi weather sees extremes as mercury fluctuates, IMD issues yellow alert
Sunday is expected to have clear skies with dense fog in the morning and at night, while minimum temperature is likely to drop by 1-2 degrees Celsius
Delhi weather update: IMD predicts heavy rain in Delhi NCR in early Feb
IMD weather: The temperature in Delhi NCR is likely to sink as the weather department predicts heavy rains in the coming few days
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', but Grap Stage 3 curbs not invoked
At 6 am on Monday, Delhi recorded an AQI of 349 -- remaining firmly in the 'very poor' category
Vision Document 2047: IMD aims for zero-error forecast up to 3 days
PM urges scientists to develop warning systems for earthquakes
Guests from 'undivided India' invited for celebration of IMD's 150 yrs
The government has invited officials from all countries, including Pakistan, that were once part of undivided India to mark 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Officials from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Sri Lanka, and Nepal have been invited to join the celebrations. Representatives from the Middle East and Southwest Asia are also on the guest list. "We wanted officials from all countries which were part of undivided India at the time of IMD's establishment to be part of the celebrations," said a senior IMD official. While Pakistan has confirmed its participation, the IMD is still waiting to hear from Bangladesh. To make the celebrations memorable, the Ministry of Finance has approved a special Rs 150 commemorative coin. From marathons to exhibitions, workshops to olympiads, the festivities are expected to be as vibrant as India's weather itself. For the first time ever, the IMD will showcase its own tableau in the Republic Day
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: IMD launches special webpage for weather updates
IMD has made a webpage for the Maha Kumbh Mela, starting from Jan 13, offering frequent weather updates and forecasts. The Mela occurs once in an every 12 years at Prayagraj, UP
North India cold wave: Srinagar freezes at -7.3°C, dense fog blankets Delhi
Tabo in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh recorded the coldest temperature in the state, at minus 10.6 degrees Celsius
IMD weather today: Moderate rain in Delhi NCR, orange alert in other states
The IMD has issued an orange alert indicating severe rainfall in several north Indian states. Delhi, NCR on Monday get light rainfall as a thick layer of fog surrounded the national capital
Delhi Weather Update: Temperature drops in national capital, AQI surges
The national capital continues to experience the cold wave resulting in a drop in minimum temperatures. The relative humidity is 37 per cent, and the wind speed reaches 37 km/h
Cyclonic system over Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rain to Andhra: IMD
The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday forecast "heavy rainfall" in parts of Andhra Pradesh over three days, from December 18 to 20, due to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal. IMD predicted "heavy rain" on Wednesday at isolated places in North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, South Coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP), and Rayalaseema. "Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are at isolated places over NCAP and Yanam, SCAP, and Rayalaseema," stated IMD in a release. For Thursday, the department forecast "heavy to very heavy rain" in parts of NCAP and Yanam and "heavy rain at isolated places" in SCAP and Rayalaseema. In addition to "heavy rainfall", IMD predicted thunderstorms accompanied by lightning in parts of NCAP, Yanam, SCAP, and Rayalaseema on Thursday, and "heavy rain at isolated places" over NCAP and Yanam on Friday. The Met Department stated that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, with associated cyclonic circulation extending up to 5.8 km above
Weather update: Rain alert issued in Tamil Nadu, dense fog in other states
The IMD predicts dense fog in late night/early morning in Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh until December 17. Due to fog, the visibility may go down to less than 50 metres
IMD weather today: Dense fog in Delhi-NCR, rain in Puducherry and more
The IMD has issued a dense fog alert over Delhi-NCR, UP, and neighbouring areas for the next 2 days. The department also warned of heavy rainfall in parts of southern India
Tamil Nadu schools shut as heavy rains lash state; IMD issues yellow alert
Schools in Tamil Nadu remain closed due to heavy rains, with the IMD predicting more showers, while Northern India braces for a cold wave starting December 9
Weather update today: Light rain improves AQI, temperature dips in Delhi
The first-winter rain in the national capital brought respite from poor AQI. The coming weeks are likely to bring cold temperatures and cold waves in several regions
Weather update: Karnataka to experience light rainfall, cloudy skies today
The Bengaluru city is expected to receive light rainfall on Wednesday. Light to moderate showers may take place in several districts and the temperature ranges between 20 and 27 degrees Celsius
Weather update: IMD predicts mild winter, below-normal cold wave days ahead
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) stated on Monday that after record high temperatures in the autumn months of October and November, winter is expected to be mild with fewer cold wave days
IMD weather 2024: Red alert for heavy rains in TN, fog in North India
The IMD has issued a warning for heavy fog in North India in the late night and early morning hours until November 30. Alongside there is a red alert for heavy rainfall in southern parts of India
