Cyclone Arnab is not currently affecting Uttarakhand, according to CS Tomar, Director of the India Meteorological Department in Uttarakhand. He said the rainfall reported across the state has mainly resulted from a Western Disturbance affecting the Manali region.
The weather update is relevant for residents and visitors because rainfall is expected to continue in several parts of Uttarakhand during the next 24 hours. The India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rain at several places across the state during this period.
Kedarnath records snowfall
Kedarnath has recorded approximately 1.6 cm of snowfall, according to the weather update. The snowfall comes as the Western Disturbance influences weather conditions in the wider region.
Tomar said the rain is expected to reduce after the next 24 hours. The Western Disturbance is likely to move further eastward, which should lead to a decrease in rainfall activity across Uttarakhand.
Rain outlook through 2 November
Light to very light rainfall may continue in Uttarakhand’s hilly districts on 31st October, onest November and 2nd November. The forecast indicates that the remaining rainfall will be limited mainly to the mountain areas during this period.
On November 2, rainfall is expected to be confined to only 4 or 5 districts in the northern region. The update did not identify those districts.
The forecast distinguishes the present weather pattern from any direct cyclone impact. Tomar said, “There is currently no impact of any cyclone in the region.” He attributed the observed rainfall primarily to the Western Disturbance affecting the Manali region.
For the immediate outlook, residents should expect light to moderate rain in several parts of the state, followed by generally reduced rainfall activity as the system moves eastward. Light to very light rain may still persist in the hills through 2 November.
Conclusion
The IMD Uttarakhand update indicates that Cyclone Arnab is not affecting the region. Current rain is linked mainly to a Western Disturbance, with snowfall recorded in Kedarnath and rainfall activity expected to decrease after the next 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Cyclone Arnab affecting Uttarakhand?
No. CS Tomar said there is currently no impact of any cyclone in the region.
Q. What is causing the rainfall in Uttarakhand?
The rainfall has primarily been caused by a Western Disturbance affecting the Manali region.
Q. How much snowfall was recorded in Kedarnath?
Approximately 1.6 cm of snowfall was recorded in Kedarnath.
Q. What weather is expected during the next 24 hours?
Light to moderate rainfall is likely at several places across Uttarakhand.
Q. When is rainfall activity expected to decrease?
Rainfall activity is expected to decrease after the next 24 hours as the Western Disturbance moves further eastward.
Q. How long may rain continue in the hilly districts?
Light to very light rainfall may continue in the hilly districts on 31st October, onest November and 2nd November.
Q. What is expected on November 2?
Rainfall is likely to be confined to only 4 or 5 districts in the northern region.
