India is witnessing an intense phase of the southwest monsoon, with heavy rainfall affecting several regions across the country. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for July 8, 2026, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 85 km/h in multiple states.
According to the IMD, the next 12 hours are expected to be particularly challenging for parts of North and East India, where severe weather conditions could disrupt normal life. Residents are advised to remain cautious, while farmers and fishermen have been urged to take necessary safety precautions.
Southwest Monsoon Advances Further
The southwest monsoon has progressed into additional parts of the northern Arabian Sea, the remaining areas of Gujarat, and parts of Rajasthan and Haryana. A cyclonic circulation persists over southwest Rajasthan and adjoining regions in the lower tropospheric levels, contributing to widespread rainfall activity across the country.
Heavy Rain Alert Issued for 13 States
The IMD has issued heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings for the following states:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Delhi
- Bihar
- Haryana
- Uttarakhand
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Jharkhand
- West Bengal
- Odisha
- Madhya Pradesh
- Chhattisgarh
- Kerala
Strong wind gusts, lightning, and localized flooding are expected in several districts.
Delhi Weather Forecast – July 8
Delhi is likely to experience heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds ranging between 70 and 80 km/h.
Temperature Forecast:
- Maximum: 29°C
- Minimum: 27°C
Residents should prepare for waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and reduced visibility during heavy showers.
Uttar Pradesh Weather Forecast
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in the following districts:
- Mathura
- Bulandshahr
- Firozabad
- Jhansi
- Mahoba
- Hamirpur
- Lalitpur
- Jalaun
- Aligarh
- Kanpur
- Amroha (Jyotiba Phule Nagar)
- Varanasi
- Prayagraj
- Ayodhya
- Deoria
Wind speeds may reach 80 km/h.
Lucknow Temperature:
- Maximum: 31°C
- Minimum: 28°C
Bihar Weather Forecast
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in:
- Patna
- Gaya
- Saran
- Siwan
- Buxar
- Vaishali
- Muzaffarpur
- Samastipur
- Darbhanga
- Madhubani
- Purnia
- Katihar
- Bhagalpur
- Munger
- Khagaria
- Araria
- Kishanganj
- Begusarai
Strong winds of up to 70 km/h are expected.
Patna Temperature:
- Maximum: 33°C
- Minimum: 28°C
Jharkhand Weather Forecast
Districts expected to receive heavy rain include:
- Palamu
- Garhwa
- Ranchi
- Dumka
- Jamshedpur
- Hazaribagh
- Deoghar
- Latehar
- Khunti
- Seraikela
- Ramgarh
- Simdega
- Godda
- Jamtara
- Pakur
Wind speeds may range between 60 and 65 km/h.
Ranchi Temperature:
- Maximum: 29°C
- Minimum: 25°C
Uttarakhand Weather Forecast
Heavy rainfall is expected in:
- Pithoragarh
- Nainital
- Almora
- Pauri Garhwal
- Haridwar
- Chamoli
- Rishikesh
Wind speeds may reach 65–70 km/h.
Dehradun Temperature:
- Maximum: 25°C
- Minimum: 24°C
Himachal Pradesh Weather Forecast
Light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms is expected in:
- Shimla
- Solan
- Sirmaur
- Kullu
- Una
- Bilaspur
- Kangra
- Kinnaur
- Chamba
Wind speeds could range between 60 and 70 km/h.
Manali Temperature:
- Maximum: 14°C
- Minimum: 11°C
Jammu & Kashmir Weather Forecast
Heavy rain is expected in:
- Kishtwar
- Kathua
- Udhampur
- Jammu
- Rajouri
- Anantnag
- Samba
- Poonch
- Ramban
- Budgam
- Ganderbal
- Kulgam
Wind speeds may reach 60–65 km/h.
Srinagar Temperature:
- Around 29–31°C
West Bengal Weather Forecast
Rain and thunderstorms are likely in:
- Kolkata
- Howrah
- Hooghly
- Malda
- Durgapur
- Nadia
- Darjeeling
- North 24 Parganas
- South 24 Parganas
- Alipurduar
- Cooch Behar
- Purba Medinipur
Kolkata Temperature:
- Maximum: 32°C
- Minimum: 28°C
Punjab Weather Forecast
Heavy rainfall is expected in:
- Faridkot
- Jalandhar
- Rupnagar
- Gurdaspur
- Patiala
- Amritsar
- Kapurthala
- Sangrur
- Bathinda
- Ludhiana
Light rain may also provide relief from the prevailing heat.
Rajasthan Weather Forecast
Heavy rainfall is likely in:
- Jaipur
- Ajmer
- Kota
- Bikaner
- Bundi
- Jhalawar
- Banswara
- Udaipur
- Jaisalmer
- Anupgarh
- Alwar
- Karauli
- Jodhpur
- Dungarpur
Wind speeds of 50–60 km/h are expected.
Jaipur Temperature:
- Maximum: 31°C
- Minimum: 27°C
Madhya Pradesh Weather Forecast
Heavy rainfall is expected in:
- Satna
- Guna
- Gwalior
- Ujjain
- Khargone
- Morena
- Indore
- Chhatarpur
- Balaghat
- Vidisha
- Seoni
- Rewa
- Dewas
- Mandla
- Khandwa
- Chhindwara
Bhopal Temperature:
- Maximum: 27°C
- Minimum: 24°C
Major Cities Temperature Forecast for July 8
| City | Maximum | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 29°C | 27°C |
| Mumbai | 29°C | 28°C |
| Chennai | 37°C | 29°C |
| Kolkata | 32°C | 28°C |
| Lucknow | 32°C | 28°C |
| Patna | 33°C | 28°C |
| Ranchi | 29°C | 25°C |
| Bhopal | 27°C | 24°C |
| Jaipur | 31°C | 27°C |
| Shimla | 23°C | 19°C |
| Nainital | 24°C | 21°C |
Safety Advisory
The IMD advises residents in affected regions to:
- Stay indoors during thunderstorms and strong winds.
- Avoid standing under trees or near electric poles during lightning.
- Farmers should protect crops and livestock.
- Fishermen should avoid venturing into the sea until conditions improve.
- Follow local weather updates and official advisories for the latest information.
Final Outlook
The monsoon is expected to remain active across much of India on July 8, 2026, bringing widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Several northern and eastern states are likely to experience the most severe conditions. Residents are encouraged to remain alert, plan travel carefully, and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
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