Weather Today (20 March 2026): India’s weather has turned sharply unpredictable with storms in the north, snowfall in the hills and rising heat across central regions. From flight disruptions in Delhi to shifting air quality levels and the current pattern reflects a mix of western disturbances and local weather systems affecting multiple states at once.
Will it Rain or Snow in the Hills?
Higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand are witnessing fresh snowfall, with temperatures dipping below freezing. Lower altitudes are seeing light rain and gusty winds, signaling continued instability in the Himalayan belt.
Flights Diverted At Delhi Airport
Severe thunderstorms and dust storms forced at least 22 flight diversions at Indira Gandhi International Airport with over 1,300 daily flight movements, even brief disruptions had a cascading effect on schedules. Major airlines such as IndiGo, Air India and SpiceJet issued advisories urging passengers to check flight status before travel.
Delhi-NCR Weather Today
Minimum: 18°C | Maximum: 30°C
Delhi saw sudden rain, lightning and winds of 30–40 km/h. The shift brought relief from heat but triggered an orange alert due to storm intensity.
Chennai Weather Today
Minimum: 26°C | Maximum: 33°C
Chennai remains warm and humid with mild coastal winds. No major rainfall is expected, but humidity levels stay high.
Mumbai Weather Today
Minimum: 26°C | Maximum: 28°C
Mumbai continues with stable coastal weather and winds at 7–8 km/h keep temperatures steady with no immediate rain threat.
Hyderabad Weather Today
Minimum: 20°C | Maximum: 33°C
Hyderabad experiences dry heat with light winds. Temperatures are gradually climbing toward peak summer levels.
Karnataka Weather Today
Minimum: 21°C | Maximum: 34°C
Karnataka sees mixed conditions as dry interiors and isolated showers in coastal regions due to moisture inflow.
Uttar Pradesh Weather Today
Minimum: 22°C | Maximum: 37°C
Uttar Pradesh is heating up rapidly. Cities like Lucknow are nearing 37°C, indicating early summer onset.
Rajasthan Weather Today
Minimum: 18°C | Maximum: 23°C
Rajasthan has cooler conditions due to recent storms, though temperatures are expected to rise sharply in coming days.
Jammu and Kashmir Weather Today
Minimum: -3°C | Maximum: 4°C
Snowfall continues in Srinagar and nearby areas with sub-zero nights and chilly daytime conditions.
Punjab Weather Today
Minimum: 16°C | Maximum: 28°C
Punjab is seeing mild temperatures with occasional cloud cover and light winds.
Ahmedabad Weather Today
Minimum: 23°C | Maximum: 36°C
Ahmedabad remains hot and dry with temperatures touching 36°C and strong winds reaching 10–16 km/h.
City-Wise Sunset & Sunrise Timing
|
City |
Sunrise |
Sunset |
|
Delhi |
06:27 AM |
06:30 PM |
|
Mumbai |
06:44 AM |
06:48 PM |
|
Chennai |
06:10 AM |
06:13 PM |
|
Kolkata |
05:52 AM |
05:55 PM |
|
Hyderabad |
06:22 AM |
06:26 PM |
|
Ahmedabad |
06:46 AM |
06:49 PM |
|
Jaipur |
06:33 AM |
06:36 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 | 22°C | 35°C | Sunny |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur | 24°C | 37°C | Hot & Dry |
| Delhi (NCT) | New Delhi | 18°C | 30°C | Thunderstorms |
| Goa | Panaji | 25°C | 32°C | Humid |
| Gujarat | Gandhinagar | 23°C | 36°C | Sunny |
| Haryana | Chandigarh | 16°C | 28°C | Pleasant |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla | 10°C | 18°C | Cloudy |
| Jharkhand | Ranchi | 21°C | 34°C | Partly Cloudy |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru | 21°C | 34°C | Warm |
| Kerala | Thiruvananthapuram | 26°C | 33°C | Humid |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal | 22°C | 36°C | Sunny |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai | 26°C | 28°C | Coastal Breeze |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar | 25°C | 35°C | Humid |
| Punjab | Chandigarh | 16°C | 28°C | Mild |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur | 18°C | 23°C | Cool & Breezy |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai | 26°C | 33°C | Humid |
| Telangana | Hyderabad | 20°C | 33°C | Dry Heat |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow | 22°C | 37°C | Hot |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun | 17°C | 28°C | Partly Cloudy |
| West Bengal | Kolkata | 24°C | 34°C | Humid |
How Will Rising Temperatures Impact?
Rising temperatures across central and northern India may increase heat stress, energy demand and water consumption. Early heatwaves could affect agriculture and urban living conditions, especially in densely populated regions.
Delhi’s Air Quality Today – March 20, 2026
Delhi recorded an AQI of 232, placing it in the “poor” category before rainfall as weather experts expect improvement to “moderate” levels due to winds and precipitation.
Major Cities Air Quality Across India
|
City |
AQI Level |
Category |
|
Delhi |
232 |
Poor |
|
Mumbai |
120 |
Moderate |
|
Chennai |
98 |
Moderate |
|
Hyderabad |
110 |
Moderate |
|
Ahmedabad |
180 |
Moderate |
|
Lucknow |
210 |
Poor |
|
Chandigarh |
150 |
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?
Thunderstorms in North India may disrupt travel, especially flights and road movement.
2. Will temperatures rise across the country?
In central and northern regions are expected to see a steady increase in temperatures.
3. Will there be any rain today?
Yes, parts of Delhi-NCR, Punjab and nearby regions may see rain and thunderstorms.
4. Where will it snow today?
Snowfall is likely in higher altitudes of Jammu & Kashmir and Uttarakhand.
5. Is air quality improving?
Rain and winds are expected to improve air quality in polluted regions like Delhi.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions may change rapidly. Always check local authorities for emergencies and travel alerts.
