The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported further progress of the Southwest Monsoon across several parts of the country. As of 25 June 2026, the monsoon has advanced into more areas of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, covered the remaining parts of Maharashtra, and spread further into Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand.
At the same time, the weather department has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several states, while heatwave conditions are expected to continue in parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh.
Southwest Monsoon Advances Further Across India
According to IMD, favourable conditions remain in place for the Southwest Monsoon to advance further over the next few days.
The monsoon is expected to cover more parts of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Bihar during the next two to three days. Thereafter, it is likely to move into additional parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
This marks another significant step in the monsoon's journey across the country as many regions await widespread rainfall.
Heavy Rainfall Alert Along West Coast and Northeast India
IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over several regions during the coming week.
Areas likely to receive intense rainfall include:
- Konkan and Goa
- Coastal Karnataka
- Kerala and Mahe
- Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim
- Assam and Meghalaya
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura
Extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim on 27 and 28 June. Residents in these regions have been advised to remain alert for possible waterlogging, flash floods and landslides.
Heatwave Conditions to Continue in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
While monsoon rains are advancing, parts of northern and eastern India continue to face extreme heat.
IMD has predicted heatwave conditions in:
- East Uttar Pradesh until 28 June
- Bihar on 25 June
- Northeast Madhya Pradesh on 25 June
Temperatures in several areas have remained significantly above normal. Banda in Uttar Pradesh recorded the country's highest maximum temperature at 43.8°C.
Thunderstorms and Strong Winds Likely in Several States
The weather department has also issued warnings for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds across many states.
Wind speeds of 40-60 kmph are expected in parts of:
- Delhi-NCR
- Haryana
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Uttar Pradesh
- Madhya Pradesh
- Bihar
- Jharkhand
- West Bengal
Some areas may witness stronger thundersqualls with wind speeds reaching 70 kmph.
Residents are advised to stay indoors during severe thunderstorms and avoid taking shelter under isolated trees.
Delhi Weather: Light Rain and Thunderstorm Activity Possible
For Delhi and adjoining regions, isolated rainfall and thunderstorms are likely on 25 and 26 June.
The IMD has warned that gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph may accompany thunderstorms. While widespread rainfall is not expected immediately, weather conditions could become more favourable for monsoon advancement towards the region in the coming days.
Rainfall Forecast for Central India
Central Indian states are expected to receive a mix of scattered and widespread rainfall.
Madhya Pradesh
Heavy rainfall is likely in parts of East and West Madhya Pradesh. Thunderstorms and lightning activity are also expected through the week.
Chhattisgarh
Heavy rainfall is forecast between 26 and 29 June, with widespread rain expected by the end of the week.
Vidarbha
Several districts may experience heavy rainfall between 25 and 28 June along with thunderstorms and strong winds.
East India Weather Forecast
Eastern states are likely to witness increased rainfall activity over the next few days.
Bihar
Rainfall activity is expected to increase from 28 June onwards. However, heatwave conditions may persist in some districts in the short term.
Jharkhand
Heavy rainfall is likely between 25 and 30 June, with the possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds.
Odisha
Several districts may receive heavy rainfall between 25 and 29 June, accompanied by lightning activity.
Northeast India to Continue Receiving Heavy Rain
The Northeast is expected to remain one of the wettest regions in the country.
Heavy rainfall is likely over:
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Meghalaya
- Nagaland
- Manipur
- Mizoram
- Tripura
Assam and Meghalaya could experience very heavy rainfall between 26 and 28 June.
West Coast States Under Heavy Rain Watch
The west coast will continue to receive active monsoon rainfall.
Konkan and Goa
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected over the next few days, especially on 27 June.
Maharashtra
Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada may witness heavy showers along with thunderstorms and strong winds.
Gujarat
Rainfall activity is likely to increase as the monsoon advances further into the state.
Fishermen Advised Not to Venture Into the Sea
IMD has advised fishermen to avoid venturing into several parts of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal due to rough sea conditions and strong winds.
Warnings remain in effect for coastal areas along Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Odisha and West Bengal, among others.
Fishermen already at sea have been advised to return to the coast and avoid deep-sea operations until conditions improve.
IMD's Key Weather Message for the Week
The coming days will bring contrasting weather conditions across India. While heavy rainfall and thunderstorm activity are expected across western, central, eastern and northeastern regions, heatwave conditions will continue in pockets of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh.
With the Southwest Monsoon steadily advancing, many regions are expected to see a gradual transition from intense summer heat to more widespread monsoon rainfall.
