Weather Today (12 March 2026): India’s weather this week is a study in extremes while some areas are feeling the heat, others are bracing for rain and even snow. The India Meteorological Department reports that western and central India are already seeing early heatwave conditions. Simultaneously, moisture from the Bay of Bengal is expected to deliver rain to the northeastern states and snowfall to certain Himalayan regions and this blend of weather patterns underscores the seasonal shift as the nation approaches summer.
Will it Rain or Snow in the Hills?
Weather experts predict light rain and snowfall in parts of the western Himalayan region, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand with higher altitudes may see snowfall while lower valleys could receive light showers. These conditions are linked to the movement of a weak western disturbance across northern India.
Delhi-NCR Weather Today
Temperatures in Delhi are expected to remain high for this time of the year. The maximum temperature may reach around 37°C, nearly 8–9°C above seasonal norms, while the minimum could hover near 24°C. Light winds may offer limited relief during the afternoon.
Chennai Weather Today
In Chennai, the weather will remain warm and humid with daytime temperatures around 33–34°C. Coastal humidity could make the conditions feel warmer than the actual temperature.
Mumbai Weather Today
Mumbai is likely to see relatively stable weather with temperatures ranging between 27°C and 30°C. Sea breezes during the evening may provide some comfort to residents.
Hyderabad Weather Today
Residents in Hyderabad can expect hot daytime conditions, with temperatures reaching about 36°C where clear skies and moderate winds may continue through the day.
Karnataka Weather Today
In Karnataka, temperatures are gradually rising and may see highs around 32–33°C, with generally dry conditions prevailing.
Uttar Pradesh Weather Today
In Uttar Pradesh, cities may witness highs close to 38°C, suggesting early summer-like heat across the region.
Rajasthan Weather Today
Hot weather continues across Rajasthan and temperatures could reach 34–35°C, with clear skies dominating the forecast.
Jammu and Kashmir Weather Today
In Srinagar, temperatures may range from 0°C to 7°C and snowfall is possible in higher altitude areas of the region.
Punjab Weather Today
In Punjab cities could see temperatures between 19°C and 34°C, with mostly sunny conditions during the day.
Ahmedabad Weather Today
Ahmedabad may experience one of the hottest days among major cities with temperatures reaching around 39°C, indicating strong heatwave conditions in parts of Gujarat.
City-Wise Sunrise & Sunset Timing
|
City |
Sunrise |
Sunset |
|
New Delhi |
06:34 AM |
06:27 PM |
|
Mumbai |
06:49 AM |
06:47 PM |
|
Chennai |
06:18 AM |
06:19 PM |
|
Kolkata |
05:58 AM |
05:45 PM |
|
Bengaluru |
06:23 AM |
06:20 PM |
|
Hyderabad |
06:26 AM |
06:25 PM |
|
Ahmedabad |
06:51 AM |
06:47 PM |
|
Jaipur |
06:40 AM |
06:33 PM |
|
Lucknow |
06:19 AM |
06:13 PM |
|
Chandigarh |
06:37 AM |
06:28 PM |
|
Srinagar |
06:40 AM |
06:30 PM |
|
Pune |
06:46 AM |
06:42 PM |
|
Bhopal |
06:31 AM |
06:28 PM |
|
Patna |
06:07 AM |
05:59 PM |
|
Guwahati |
05:35 AM |
05:30 PM |
|
Thiruvananthapuram |
06:31 AM |
06:31 PM |
Key State Capitals Weather Today
|
State / UT |
Capital |
Minimum |
Maximum |
Weather Conditions |
|
Andhra Pradesh |
Amaravati |
25°C |
36°C |
Sunny |
|
Arunachal Pradesh |
Itanagar |
18°C |
29°C |
Partly Cloudy |
|
Assam |
Dispur |
20°C |
31°C |
Cloudy |
|
Bihar |
Patna |
21°C |
34°C |
Sunny |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Raipur |
23°C |
37°C |
Hot |
|
Goa |
Panaji |
25°C |
32°C |
Humid |
|
Gujarat |
Gandhinagar |
25°C |
39°C |
Heatwave Conditions |
|
Haryana |
Chandigarh |
20°C |
36°C |
Clear Skies |
|
Himachal Pradesh |
Shimla |
10°C |
19°C |
Cool & Cloudy |
|
Jharkhand |
Ranchi |
19°C |
32°C |
Pleasant |
|
Karnataka |
Bengaluru |
21°C |
33°C |
Partly Cloudy |
|
Kerala |
Thiruvananthapuram |
26°C |
33°C |
Humid |
|
Madhya Pradesh |
Bhopal |
22°C |
36°C |
Sunny |
|
Maharashtra |
Mumbai |
27°C |
31°C |
Humid |
|
Manipur |
Imphal |
17°C |
28°C |
Cloudy |
|
Meghalaya |
Shillong |
15°C |
24°C |
Misty |
|
Mizoram |
Aizawl |
18°C |
27°C |
Cloudy |
|
Nagaland |
Kohima |
16°C |
26°C |
Pleasant |
|
Odisha |
Bhubaneswar |
24°C |
34°C |
Warm |
|
Punjab |
Chandigarh |
20°C |
36°C |
Sunny |
|
Rajasthan |
Jaipur |
20°C |
35°C |
Dry Heat |
|
Sikkim |
Gangtok |
9°C |
18°C |
Cool |
|
Tamil Nadu |
Chennai |
26°C |
34°C |
Humid |
|
Telangana |
Hyderabad |
24°C |
37°C |
Sunny |
|
Tripura |
Agartala |
21°C |
32°C |
Cloudy |
|
Uttar Pradesh |
Lucknow |
22°C |
39°C |
Hot |
|
Uttarakhand |
Dehradun |
18°C |
30°C |
Pleasant |
|
West Bengal |
Kolkata |
24°C |
33°C |
Humid |
|
Delhi (UT) |
New Delhi |
25°C |
37°C |
Sunny |
|
Jammu & Kashmir |
Srinagar |
0°C |
7°C |
Cold |
|
Ladakh |
Leh |
-6°C |
4°C |
Freezing |
|
Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
Port Blair |
25°C |
31°C |
Humid |
|
Chandigarh (UT) |
Chandigarh |
20°C |
36°C |
Sunny |
|
Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu |
Daman |
24°C |
33°C |
Warm |
|
Lakshadweep |
Kavaratti |
26°C |
31°C |
Humid |
|
Puducherry |
Puducherry |
26°C |
33°C |
Humid |
How Will Rising Temperatures Impact?
The early surge in temperatures across western and central India may increase the risk of heat stress, particularly for outdoor workers and farmers. Higher temperatures can also raise electricity demand for cooling and may affect crop conditions if dry weather persists.
Delhi’s Air Quality Today – March 13, 2026
Air quality in Delhi remains in the moderate category with the Air Quality Index hovering near 160, according to the Central Pollution Control Board. Sensitive groups may experience mild discomfort during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Major Cities Air Quality Across India
|
City |
AQI |
Air Quality |
|
Delhi |
165 |
Moderate |
|
Mumbai |
85 |
Satisfactory |
|
Ahmedabad |
140 |
Moderate |
|
Hyderabad |
95 |
Satisfactory |
|
Bengaluru |
68 |
Good |
|
Kolkata |
110 |
Moderate |
|
Chennai |
72 |
Good |
|
Varanasi |
178 |
Moderate |
|
Surat |
102 |
Moderate |
AQI Scale Guide:
- 0–50: Good
- 51–100: Satisfactory
- 101–200: Moderate
- 201–300: Poor
- 301+: Very Poor / Severe
FAQ’s: Weather Today Update
1. Are there any travel or safety warnings?
No major warnings have been issued, but travellers in northern hill regions should monitor snowfall updates and road conditions.
2. Will temperatures rise across the country?
Yes. Western and central India are expected to see gradually increasing temperatures over the coming days.
3. Will there be any rain today?
Rainfall is mainly expected in parts of northeastern India and isolated Himalayan regions.
4. Where will it snow today?
Snowfall may occur in higher areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
5. When will the next weather change occur?
A new western disturbance expected around mid-March could bring rain and thunderstorms to parts of northern India.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions may change rapidly. Always check local authorities for emergencies and travel alerts.