Weather Today, 16 April 2026: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms & snowfall as a new Western Disturbance hits Northwest India. Check the full city-wise forecast for Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Punjab & more. Get live temperature, AQI & rain predictions.
Weather Today, 16 April 2026
Weather Today, 16 April 2026: India’s weather pattern is entering a transitional phase as rising summer temperatures collide with two incoming western disturbances while northern hills may receive rain and snowfall, large parts of the plains, including Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, are set to experience a sharp rise in temperatures. Forecasts suggest several cities could cross the 40°C mark this week, marking the season’s first widespread heat spell.
Weather systems arriving between April 16–17 and April 18–19 are expected to bring light to moderate rain across higher reaches.
However, plains are likely to remain mostly dry.
Temperatures in Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur, and Ahmedabad are expected to touch 40–45°C in the coming days.
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 40°C
Clear skies with rising temperatures. Warm nights expected.
Minimum: 28°C | Maximum: 35°C
Humid conditions with partly cloudy skies.
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 31°C
Coastal breeze keeps temperatures moderate.
Minimum: 29°C | Maximum: 40°C
Hot afternoon with dry winds.
Minimum: 24°C | Maximum: 36°C
Bengaluru likely to remain partly cloudy.
Minimum: 24°C | Maximum: 40°C
Lucknow may see intense afternoon heat.
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 39°C
Jaipur expected to see dry heat.
Minimum: 1°C | Maximum: 10°C
Snow likely in upper reaches.
Minimum: 24°C | Maximum: 38°C
Chandigarh expected to remain hot.
Minimum: 26°C | Maximum: 40°C
Dry heat and sunny skies.
| City | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 05:54 AM | 06:46 PM |
| Mumbai | 06:20 AM | 06:55 PM |
| Jaipur | 06:02 AM | 06:50 PM |
| Lucknow | 05:41 AM | 06:30 PM |
| Hyderabad | 05:59 AM | 06:31 PM |
| Ahmedabad | 06:18 AM | 07:00 PM |
| City | Minimum Temp | Maximum Temp | Rain Forecast | Weather Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 27°C | 40°C | No Rain | Hot & Dry |
| Noida | 26°C | 39°C | No Rain | Clear Skies |
| Gurugram | 26°C | 40°C | No Rain | Sunny & Hot |
| Ghaziabad | 27°C | 40°C | No Rain | Dry Conditions |
| Faridabad | 27°C | 41°C | No Rain | Heat Building |
| Mumbai | 27°C | 31°C | Low Chance | Humid & Cloudy |
| Chennai | 28°C | 35°C | Light Chance | Humid |
| Hyderabad | 29°C | 40°C | No Rain | Hot Afternoon |
| Bengaluru | 24°C | 33°C | Light Showers Possible | Partly Cloudy |
| Ahmedabad | 26°C | 40°C | No Rain | Dry Heat |
| Jaipur | 27°C | 39°C | No Rain | Sunny |
| Lucknow | 24°C | 40°C | No Rain | Heat Rising |
| Chandigarh | 24°C | 38°C | Very Light Chance | Hot |
| Srinagar | 1°C | 10°C | Rain/Snow Likely | Cold |
| Shimla | 5°C | 14°C | Light Rain Likely | Cloudy |
| Dehradun | 18°C | 30°C | Light Showers Possible | Pleasant |
| Amritsar | 23°C | 37°C | Low Chance | Warm |
| Bhopal | 25°C | 39°C | No Rain | Dry |
| Kolkata | 28°C | 36°C | Isolated Showers | Humid |
| Patna | 26°C | 38°C | Low Chance | Warm & Humid |
| Pune | 23°C | 34°C | Very Low Chance | Pleasant |
| Nagpur | 27°C | 41°C | No Rain | Heatwave Conditions |
| Day | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 27°C | 40°C |
| Friday | 28°C | 41°C |
| Saturday | 29°C | 42°C |
| Sunday | 28°C | 41°C |
| Monday | 29°C | 41°C |
| Tuesday | 30°C | 42°C |
Air Quality Index expected around Moderate (AQI 165-190). Dust and heat may worsen pollution.
| City | AQI |
|---|---|
| Delhi | 175 |
| Mumbai | 95 |
| Chennai | 82 |
| Hyderabad | 110 |
| Jaipur | 160 |
| Ahmedabad | 145 |
Are There Any Travel or Safety Warnings?
Avoid afternoon travel in heat-prone areas and carry hydration.
Will Temperatures Rise Across the Country?
Yes, most plains will see temperatures above 40°C.
Will There Be Any Rain Today?
Rain limited to Himalayan regions.
Where Will It Snow Today?
Higher altitudes of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
Is Delhi Facing a Heatwave Soon?
Temperatures may approach heatwave conditions this week.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions may change rapidly. Always check local authorities for emergencies and travel alerts.
