🔥 Trending India Faces Significant Drought Risk as El Niño Impacts Monsoon

India is currently experiencing intensified monsoon activity, with several states under heavy rainfall warnings as of August 19, 2026 ⁴. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for various regions, indicating a high probability of rain and potential for very heavy rainfall in some areas ⁴⁵⁷.

Current Weather Overview (August 19, 2026)

The weather across India is largely influenced by the ongoing monsoon season, bringing significant precipitation to many parts of the country.

Regional Forecasts

• Mumbai: There is a 76% probability of rain in Mumbai today, with a UV index of 0. Tomorrow, temperatures are expected to range between 28.2°C and 27.5°C ².
• Guwahati: Guwahati has a 90% probability of rain, and the UV index is 0. Temperatures for tomorrow are predicted to be between 33°C and 25°C ³.
• Dehradun: In Dehradun, the probability of rain is 87%, with a UV index of 0. Tomorrow's temperature range is expected to be 25.3°C to 20.5°C ⁶.
• Kerala: The southwest monsoon has officially arrived in Kerala, bringing widespread rainfall and thunderstorms to southern India. Moderate rainfall is anticipated, which may lead to a 2°C to 4°C drop in temperatures, offering some relief from the heat. Residents are advised to exercise caution during severe weather ⁸.

Warnings and Alerts

• The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall warning for 25 states. East Madhya Pradesh is particularly expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places ⁴.
• A yellow alert has been issued for Himachal Pradesh ⁴.
• Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra are among the states on alert for very heavy rain ⁵⁷.

Key Weather Indicators

Times of India provides comprehensive real-time updates on various weather parameters, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility, pressure, UV index, rain probability, and air quality index for different cities across India ¹. This information helps residents stay prepared for changing weather conditions, which can range from sunny mornings to rainy afternoons or foggy nights ¹.