Uttarakhand is likely to see rain in 10 districts, while mostly dry conditions are expected elsewhere. The forecast comes after sudden afternoon showers caused widespread waterlogging in Haldwani on Wednesday, leaving several roads submerged.
The districts included in the current rain outlook are Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Pauri, Udham Singh Nagar and Pithoragarh. The forecast indicates that rainfall will not be uniform across the state, with other districts expected to remain dry.
Haldwani sees sudden weather change
Haldwani’s weather shifted rapidly after Wednesday afternoon. Strong winds accompanied the rain, and water accumulated across several parts of the city. The resulting flooding made roads difficult to use and created pond-like conditions on key stretches.
The episode highlights the possibility of localised disruption when intense showers follow a sudden change in weather. No figures for injuries, deaths or property damage were provided in the available forecast information.
Stronger weather alert from 25 September
Conditions are expected to become more active from 25 September. Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Udham Singh Nagar and Pithoragarh may receive heavy rain, lightning and winds moving at 40-50 km/hour.
Rainfall is forecast to spread further on 26-27 September. Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat and Udham Singh Nagar may experience heavy to very heavy rain. Chamoli, Pauri, Rudraprayag and Dehradun may also receive intense showers during this period.
The combination of heavy rain and unstable hill terrain could increase the risk of landslides. Roads in mountainous areas may also be blocked or disrupted, affecting travel and local connectivity.
Dehradun outlook
Dehradun is expected to have mainly clear to partly cloudy skies on September 24. Thunderclouds may develop in some areas during the afternoon.
The city’s maximum temperature is forecast to remain around 33°C, while the minimum may stay near 22°C. a separate rainfall warning for every part of Dehradun is not yet available.
Conclusion
Rain is forecast in 10 Uttarakhand districts, with stronger conditions expected from 25 September and the possibility of heavy rain, lightning, landslides and road disruption through 26-27 September.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which Uttarakhand districts may receive rain?
Rain is likely in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Pauri, Udham Singh Nagar and Pithoragarh.
Q. What happened in Haldwani?
Sudden rain and strong winds on Wednesday caused waterlogging in several parts of Haldwani, leaving roads submerged.
Q. When is the next stronger weather spell expected?
The weather is expected to become more active from 25 September.
Q. Which districts have a 40-50 km/hour wind alert?
Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat, Almora, Udham Singh Nagar and Pithoragarh have the forecast for heavy rain, lightning and 40-50 km/hour winds.
Q. Where is heavy to very heavy rain expected on 26-27 September?
Bageshwar, Nainital, Champawat and Udham Singh Nagar may receive heavy to very heavy rain.
Q. What risks are expected in the hill areas?
Heavy rain may raise the risk of landslides and road disruption in mountainous areas.
Q. What is the Dehradun temperature forecast?
Dehradun’s maximum temperature may be around 33°C and its minimum near 22°C on September 24.
