The monsoon is expected to remain active across large parts of India on August 31, with heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast in several states. According to the weather update in the supplied report, 19 states may see intense rainfall, gusty winds and thunderstorm activity, while some hilly regions could also face an increased risk of landslides.

The report says strong winds of around 50 to 60 kmph may accompany rain in several areas. Lightning activity could also be intense in parts of eastern India, while fishermen have been advised to remain cautious near rivers and coastal areas. People have also been advised to avoid unnecessary travel through dense forest or vulnerable stretches during periods of heavy rainfall.

Heavy Rain Alert Issued for 19 States

The states named in the alert include Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Sikkim, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Assam, Tripura and Meghalaya.

According to the report, thunderstorms and heavy rain may affect these areas on August 31, with winds in some locations reaching around 60 kmph. Lightning may also pose a risk in isolated pockets.

Delhi Weather on August 31

Delhi is expected to witness heavy rain and thunderstorms, along with winds of around 50 to 60 kmph.

The maximum temperature in the national capital is forecast at around 35°C, while the minimum may remain near 27°C.

Uttar Pradesh Rain Forecast

Several districts of Uttar Pradesh have been mentioned in the heavy rain and thunderstorm alert.

These include Meerut, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Aligarh, Agra, Jhansi, Mathura, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Badaun, Azamgarh, Etawah, Lalitpur, Varanasi, Mahoba, Sonbhadra and Bijnor.

Lucknow is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 32°C and a minimum of 26°C.

Bihar May See Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

The report also warns of heavy rain and stormy conditions in several parts of Bihar.

Districts under the alert include Gopalganj, Saran, Siwan, Patna, Gaya, West Champaran, East Champaran, Jehanabad, Buxar, Bhojpur, Vaishali, Samastipur, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Saharsa, Supaul, Purnia, Kishanganj, Araria, Bhagalpur, Munger, Lakhisarai and Begusarai.

Wind speeds may reach 50 to 60 kmph in some areas. Patna is expected to see a maximum temperature of around 33°C and a minimum of 27°C.

Jharkhand Could See Winds Up to 70 Kmph

Jharkhand may experience comparatively stronger winds in some places.

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are forecast in Jamshedpur, Bokaro, Dhanbad, Seraikela, Palamu, Gumla, Dumka, Simdega, Ramgarh, Chatra, Deoghar, West Singhbhum and Hazaribagh.

According to the report, winds may reach up to 70 kmph in parts of the state. Ranchi is expected to see a maximum temperature of 27°C and a minimum of 23°C.

Uttarakhand Faces Rain and Landslide Concerns

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are also forecast across several districts of Uttarakhand, including Almora, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Pithoragarh, Nainital, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarkashi, Champawat and Tehri Garhwal.

Wind speeds may remain between 40 and 50 kmph. Dehradun is expected to record a high of around 27°C and a low of 23°C.

Given the mountainous terrain, prolonged rainfall may increase the danger of landslides and falling debris in vulnerable areas.

Himachal Pradesh on Alert Till September 2

The report says Himachal Pradesh may remain under a rain and thunderstorm alert from August 31 to September 2.

Shimla, Bilaspur, Solan, Dharamshala, Kangra, Mandi and Sirmaur are among the locations mentioned. Wind speeds of around 55 to 60 kmph are possible.

Manali may remain much cooler, with temperatures around 16°C during the day and 9°C at night.

Jammu and Kashmir Also Under Heavy Rain Warning

Jammu and Kashmir may see heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Jammu, Reasi, Rajouri, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Poonch, Kupwara, Kishtwar, Anantnag and Baramulla, among other locations.

Strong winds of around 55 to 60 kmph are also possible. Srinagar is expected to record a maximum temperature of 29°C and a minimum of 17°C.

West Bengal May See Winds of 60–65 Kmph

Several districts in West Bengal may experience intense rain and thunderstorms.

The report mentions Jalpaiguri, Malda, Howrah, Kolkata, Alipurduar, Darjeeling, Purba Bardhaman, Paschim Medinipur, Bankura, Kalimpong and Durgapur.

Wind speeds may rise to around 60 to 65 kmph in some locations. Kolkata is forecast to see temperatures between 27°C and 31°C.

Punjab and Madhya Pradesh May Also Get Heavy Rain

Punjab is likely to see moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms in Amritsar, Bathinda, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Faridkot, Firozpur, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Sangrur and Jalandhar. Winds could reach 50 to 60 kmph.

In Madhya Pradesh, heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast in Mandla, Hoshangabad, Khandwa, Seoni, Khargone, Sidhi, Umaria, Shahdol, Alirajpur, Dhar, Gwalior, Ashoknagar, Ujjain, Agar Malwa, Mandsaur, Ratlam, Narsinghpur, Bhopal, Indore, Datia and Shivpuri.

Winds may reach around 40 kmph, while Bhopal is expected to record a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C.

Rajasthan May Remain Mostly Hot and Humid

Unlike many other states, the supplied report does not mention a major rain warning for Rajasthan on August 31.

Cities and districts including Bikaner, Kota, Jaipur, Churu, Ajmer, Udaipur, Bharatpur, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Karauli, Sri Ganganagar, Chittorgarh, Hanumangarh, Pali, Rajsamand, Balotra and Deeg may mainly experience humid and warm conditions.

Jaipur is expected to record a maximum temperature of around 33°C and a minimum of 24°C.

Temperature Forecast for Major Cities

These temperature figures are taken from the supplied weather report.

People in Vulnerable Areas Should Remain Cautious

The combination of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds can create difficult conditions, particularly in hilly and flood-prone regions.

People in affected areas should keep an eye on local weather advisories, avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall and stay away from vulnerable riverbanks, slopes and waterlogged roads.

The supplied report also highlights the possibility of cyclonic circulation over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining West Bengal-north Odisha coast, along with another circulation over eastern Uttar Pradesh and nearby areas, which may support continued unsettled weather.