Weather Today (28 March 2026): India is waking up to a sharp weather contrast on Saturday, as scattered to fairly widespread rainfall and snowfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are forecast to intensify over the Western Himalayan region from 28th through 31st March in association with active Western Disturbances. While plains in the north experience partly cloudy skies and building warmth, mountain regions brace for fresh snowfall and hilly areas prepare for gusty thunderstorms.
Another Western Disturbance is likely to affect northwest India from the night of 28th March 2026, marking the beginning of a peak wet spell that meteorologists expect to intensify dramatically over the next 48 hours.
Will it Rain or Snow in the Hills?
- Light to moderate rainfall and snowfall over Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh will intensify into fairly widespread precipitation between March 28 and 30.
- Isolated to scattered light to moderate rainfall and snowfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 30–50 km/h is likely over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh on the 28th and Himachal Pradesh on 28th March.
- Travel disruptions are likely in mountainous regions as snowfall affects high-altitude passes.
- An expected temperature drop of 3–5°C in hill stations after precipitation.
How Will Weather Take Turn in North Indian Cities?
Delhi, Chandigarh, and Lucknow are among the North Indian cities set to experience partly cloudy weather with light rainfall and thunderstorms. Gusty winds could reach 40–60 kmph, offering some relief from the recent warm weather. Western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana are prone to intermittent rain and lightning amid volatile conditions.
Delhi-NCR Weather Today
Minimum: 20°C | Maximum: 34°C
Scattered rainfall across different parts of Delhi is expected to keep conditions relatively cool and comfortable. Fluctuating weather patterns will continue through the week, with mostly cloudy and wet conditions preventing any sharp rise in temperature. Very light rain or drizzle is likely only by late night as the new western disturbance arrives.
Mumbai Weather Today
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 31°C
Humid and partly cloudy skies with a strong sea breeze and coastal humidity. Unseasonal light rain possible in isolated districts.
Chennai Weather Today
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 36°C
Hot and humid conditions persist. Southern Peninsular India will not remain untouched, with isolated rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds forecast across Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu through the week. Isolated light showers remain possible.
Hyderabad Weather Today
Minimum: 25°C | Maximum: 37°C
Hot conditions with isolated thunderstorm activity. Partly cloudy skies with a 30% chance of brief evening storms.
Karnataka Weather Today
Minimum: 21°C | Maximum: 33°C
Partly cloudy with chances of evening rain and thunderstorms in coastal and interior districts.
Uttar Pradesh Weather Today
Minimum: 22°C | Maximum: 38°C
Isolated light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 30–40 km/h is likely over East and West Uttar Pradesh. A hot day with the threat of sudden evening thunderstorms.
Rajasthan Weather Today
Minimum: 23°C | Maximum: 34°C
Isolated light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching 30–40 km/h is likely over Rajasthan on 28th March. Partly cloudy skies with isolated rain possible in northern districts.
Jammu and Kashmir Weather Today
Minimum: -1°C | Maximum: 7°C
Light to moderate rain and snowfall are possible over Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand on March 28 and 29. Bitterly cold conditions persist in higher altitudes.
Punjab Weather Today
Minimum: 21°C | Maximum: 33°C
Light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) is likely over Punjab. Partly cloudy with breezy conditions through the day.
Ahmedabad Weather Today
Minimum: 25°C | Maximum: 39°C
Hot and dry weather with rising temperatures. No rain expected today; heatwave-like conditions are developing across interior Gujarat.
Weather Forecast for Kolkata, Assam & Meghalaya
- Kolkata (Min. 26°C / Max. 34°C): Thunderstorm likely with humid conditions and moderate rainfall.
- Assam: Isolated heavy rainfall is likely over Assam & Meghalaya during 27th–29th March. Moderate rainfall and thunderstorms expected.
- Meghalaya: Heavy rainfall likely in isolated areas; IMD warns of widespread activity continuing through the week.
- Scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds (30–50 kmph), is likely over Arunachal Pradesh on March 28 and 29.
Full City-Wise Rain Forecast Across Major Indian Cities
|
City |
Weather Today |
Rain Chances |
Temperature |
|
Delhi |
Partly cloudy; light drizzle possible late night |
30% |
Min: 20°C / Max: 34°C |
|
Noida |
Partly cloudy with gusty winds |
35% |
Min: 19°C / Max: 33°C |
|
Gurugram |
Overcast skies; brief drizzle possible |
30% |
Min: 20°C / Max: 33°C |
|
Faridabad |
Light rain possible by evening |
35% |
Min: 19°C / Max: 32°C |
|
Ghaziabad |
Patchy clouds; drizzle likely late night |
35% |
Min: 19°C / Max: 32°C |
|
Chandigarh |
Partly cloudy with gusty winds |
40% |
Min: 20°C / Max: 32°C |
|
Lucknow |
Thunderstorm possible in evening |
40% |
Min: 22°C / Max: 37°C |
|
Jaipur |
Partly cloudy; isolated rain possible |
25% |
Min: 23°C / Max: 34°C |
|
Dehradun |
Light rain expected; thunderstorm likely |
55% |
Min: 17°C / Max: 28°C |
|
Srinagar |
Snowfall and rain likely |
65% |
Min: -1°C / Max: 6°C |
|
Mumbai |
Humid with clouds; unseasonal drizzle possible |
30% |
Min: 27°C / Max: 31°C |
|
Pune |
Partly cloudy with warm conditions |
25% |
Min: 22°C / Max: 32°C |
|
Ahmedabad |
Hot and dry; no rain expected |
10% |
Min: 25°C / Max: 39°C |
|
Surat |
Humid with isolated drizzle |
20% |
Min: 26°C / Max: 33°C |
|
Nagpur |
Thunderstorm possible in afternoon |
35% |
Min: 24°C / Max: 36°C |
|
Bengaluru |
Generally dry; isolated evening showers |
35% |
Min: 21°C / Max: 33°C |
|
Chennai |
Hot and humid; isolated light showers |
20% |
Min: 27°C / Max: 36°C |
|
Hyderabad |
Partly cloudy; isolated thunderstorms |
30% |
Min: 25°C / Max: 37°C |
|
Kochi |
Rain likely; gusty winds |
55% |
Min: 25°C / Max: 29°C |
|
Thiruvananthapuram |
Light rain possible |
45% |
Min: 26°C / Max: 30°C |
|
Kolkata |
Thunderstorm likely |
55% |
Min: 26°C / Max: 34°C |
|
Bhubaneswar |
Cloudy with rain expected |
45% |
Min: 25°C / Max: 33°C |
|
Patna |
Partly cloudy; light rain possible |
35% |
Min: 23°C / Max: 34°C |
|
Ranchi |
Rain showers expected |
45% |
Min: 21°C / Max: 30°C |
|
Guwahati |
Moderate to heavy rain expected |
65% |
Min: 22°C / Max: 28°C |
|
Shillong |
Light to moderate rain likely |
60% |
Min: 17°C / Max: 23°C |
|
Imphal |
Cloudy with rain |
45% |
Min: 20°C / Max: 27°C |
|
Aizawl |
Rain showers likely |
50% |
Min: 19°C / Max: 25°C |
|
Shimla |
Intermittent rain and thunderstorms |
60% |
Min: 8°C / Max: 16°C |
|
Manali |
Rain in lower areas; snowfall in higher reaches |
70% |
Min: 2°C / Max: 12°C |
Looking Ahead: March 29–30 Peak Wet Spell
Uttarakhand is also likely to see increasing rainfall between March 29 and 31, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph. The IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for Sunday, warning of light showers and thunderstorms across Delhi-NCR. A fresh Western Disturbance is expected to influence the region over the weekend, bringing more widespread rainfall activity.
The weather department has predicted wind speeds of 30 to 40 km/h, and fluctuating weather patterns are expected to continue through the week, keeping conditions relatively cool and preventing any sharp rise in temperature.
How Will Rising Temperatures Impact Today?
Rising temperatures across western and central India may trigger the following:
- Heat discomfort across Gujarat and Rajasthan interiors
- Increased electricity demand as summer heat builds
- Dehydration risk in regions experiencing 38–39°C temperatures
- Dust and haze activity elevating pollution levels
- Early summer conditions across South Rajasthan and Vidarbha
Major Cities Air Quality Across India — 28 March 2026
|
City |
AQI |
Category |
Primary Pollutant |
|
New Delhi |
143–160 |
Poor / Unhealthy |
PM2.5 / PM10 |
|
Mumbai |
106–109 |
Moderate / Poor |
PM2.5 |
|
Bengaluru |
128–144 |
Moderate / Poor |
PM2.5 |
|
Kolkata |
94–99 |
Moderate |
PM10 |
|
Hyderabad |
73–90 |
Moderate |
PM2.5 |
|
Chennai |
58–76 |
Moderate |
PM2.5 |
|
Ahmedabad |
26–37 |
Good |
PM10 |
|
Jaipur |
158–170 |
Unhealthy |
PM2.5 |
AQI Scale Guide:
- 0–50: Good
- 51–100: Satisfactory
- 101–200: Moderate
- 201–300: Poor
- 301+: Very Poor / Severe
Health Advisory: Sensitive groups—including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions—in cities with AQI above 100 (Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Jaipur) should limit prolonged outdoor activity. Residents in zones classified “Unhealthy” are advised to wear N95 masks when stepping outside for extended periods.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions may change rapidly. Always check local authorities for emergencies and travel alerts.
