IMD warns of heavy rain in 13 states; heatwave alert in East UP, Vidarbha

IMD has issued a forecast for Tuesday, June 23, warning of heavy rain across 13 states, while heatwave conditions are expected to continue in isolated pockets of East Uttar Pradesh and Vidarbha.

The forecast, published on Monday, June 22, also warns of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds in parts of north, central and east India. The alert adds to a patchwork weather pattern across the country, with rain in some regions and intense heat persisting in others.

Rain alert across multiple regions

According to the forecast, heavy rainfall is likely across parts of the northeast, west coast and southern India. A separate same-day weather report also pointed to a broader IMD alert for rain and hailstorm activity in the next few hours, underscoring the active spell of unsettled weather.

The advisory comes as monsoon-related rain continues to affect some areas while stormy conditions remain possible elsewhere.

Heat stress in East UP and Vidarbha

Alongside the rain warning, IMD said heatwave conditions are likely to persist in isolated pockets of East Uttar Pradesh and Vidarbha.

Vidarbha has already been under repeated heat warnings in June. A June 21 report cited an IMD orange alert for the region and said the heatwave conditions could last through at least June 23.

What to watch next

The key question now is whether the next IMD bulletin widens the rain belt or upgrades any region to stronger alerts. Officials and residents will also be watching for signs that the heatwave pocket in East Uttar Pradesh and Vidarbha begins to ease after June 23.

The forecast raises short-term safety concerns for travel, outdoor work and low-lying or flood-prone areas, while thunderstorms and gusty winds add to the risk of local disruptions.