The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts that the southwest monsoon will advance further into northern India over the next five to six days, bringing rain and lowering temperatures in some areas. Multiple reports say Delhi and the adjoining region are still likely to see delayed monsoon activity, with IMD indicating no immediate arrival over the next five days, though some forecasts suggest monsoon onset around July 4 if conditions remain favorable. Delhi records warm conditions in the meantime, described as its warmest morning in about two years, attributed to delayed seasonal rains and local weather interactions.
IMD also points to favourable monsoon movement into parts of the North Arabian Sea and states including Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, followed by further spread across areas such as Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and southeast Rajasthan. Alongside the advance, the IMD warns of heatwave conditions in Uttar Pradesh around July 28–29, with possible thunderstorms in parts of the north.
Separate forecasts highlight heavy rain potential for parts of north and central India, including thunderstorm activity with lightning and gusty winds in eastern regions. Delhi-NCR faces continued chances of showers, with concern for waterlogging in vulnerable areas.
