Weather Today, 17 May 2026: India is experiencing a sharp weather split on May 17, 2026. Northern and central regions are facing intense heatwave conditions, while southern and northeastern states are witnessing rain-bearing cloud systems. Temperature extremes range from 10°C in Srinagar to 46°C in parts of north India, showing a highly uneven climate pattern across the country.
Will it Rain or Snow in the Hills?
- Srinagar: 10°C – 20°C
- Light cloud cover expected
- No snowfall and only mild precipitation in higher altitudes
- Western Himalayas remain stable with dry winds dominating
Why Is The Heat Building Up So Fast Across India?
- Delayed monsoon advancement
- Strong dry westerly winds over north India
- Reduced pre-monsoon showers
- Rising land surface temperatures above seasonal average
- Heat trapped due to low cloud formation
Where are the Heat Wave Alerts?
- Rajasthan up to 43–46°C
- Delhi up to 34°C – 44°C
- Uttar Pradesh up to 31°C – 44°C
- Punjab & Haryana up to 35°C – 42°C
- Madhya Pradesh up to 38°C – 45°C
- Vidarbha up to 40°C+ expected
When Will the Monsoon Arrive in India
- Expected arrival in Kerala: around May 26, 2026
- Early advance already seen in Andaman & Nicobar
- Full northern spread likely by late June
- Delay due to weak cross-equatorial winds
Delhi-NCR Weather Today
34°C – 44°C
- Hot and dry conditions
- Wind: ~6.5 km/h
- Mostly clear sky
- No rainfall expected
Chennai Weather Today
28°C – 36°C
- Humid conditions
- Light coastal winds
- Chances of light showers
Mumbai Weather Today
29°C – 31°C
- High humidity
- Cloudy intervals
- Isolated rain possible
Hyderabad Weather Today
28°C – 39°C
- Warm and partly cloudy
- Thunderstorm possibility
- Gusty winds up to 10 km/h
Karnataka Weather Today
20°C – 32°C
- Cloudy skies
- Thunderstorm activity likely
- Moderate rainfall chances
Uttar Pradesh Weather Today
31°C – 44°C
- Severe heatwave conditions
- Dry winds dominating
- High discomfort index
Rajasthan Weather Today
29°C – 43°C
- Extreme heat pockets
- Dusty winds in western belt
- Heatwave alert active
Jammu and Kashmir Weather Today
10°C – 20°C
- Pleasant hill weather
- No snow activity
- Light winds, clear skies
Punjab Weather Today
28°C – 42°C
- Hot and dry conditions
- Heatwave alert in western districts
Ahmedabad Weather Today
30°C – 42°C
- Dry heat conditions
- Strong afternoon sun
- Wind gusts up to 12 km/h
City-Wise Sunset & Sunrise Timing
| City | Sunrise | Sunset |
| Delhi | 05:29 AM | 07:05 PM |
| Chandigarh | 05:27 AM | 07:11 PM |
| Lucknow | 05:18 AM | 06:47 PM |
| Jaipur | 05:38 AM | 07:08 PM |
| Ahmedabad | 05:58 AM | 07:14 PM |
| Mumbai | 06:03 AM | 07:06 PM |
| Pune | 06:05 AM | 07:04 PM |
| Bengaluru | 05:55 AM | 06:45 PM |
| Hyderabad | 05:43 AM | 06:41 PM |
| Chennai | 05:43 AM | 06:41 PM |
| Kolkata | 05:10 AM | 06:20 PM |
| Patna | 05:12 AM | 06:30 PM |
| Bhopal | 05:35 AM | 06:58 PM |
| Srinagar | 05:21 AM | 07:22 PM |
| Guwahati | 04:55 AM | 06:10 PM |
| Chandigarh | 05:27 AM | 07:11 PM |
Full City-Wise Rain Forecast
| City | Min Temp | Max Temp | Rain Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 34°C | 44°C | No rain, hot & dry |
| Chandigarh | 27°C | 42°C | Very low chance |
| Lucknow | 31°C | 44°C | Dry, heatwave |
| Jaipur | 29°C | 43°C | No rain |
| Ahmedabad | 30°C | 42°C | Dry weather |
| Mumbai | 29°C | 31°C | Light rain possible |
| Pune | 24°C | 33°C | Isolated showers |
| Bengaluru | 20°C | 32°C | Thunderstorms likely |
| Hyderabad | 28°C | 39°C | Isolated rain/storms |
| Chennai | 28°C | 36°C | Light to moderate rain |
| Kolkata | 26°C | 34°C | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Bhopal | 28°C | 41°C | Patchy rain |
| Patna | 27°C | 38°C | Light rain chances |
| Guwahati | 24°C | 32°C | Heavy rainfall |
| Shillong | 18°C | 26°C | Very heavy rain |
| Gangtok | 16°C | 24°C | Heavy rain alert |
| Itanagar | 20°C | 30°C | Very heavy rain |
| Kohima | 18°C | 27°C | Thunderstorms |
| Imphal | 19°C | 29°C | Moderate rain |
| Aizawl | 17°C | 26°C | Heavy rainfall |
| Bhubaneswar | 26°C | 35°C | Thunderstorms |
| Ranchi | 24°C | 33°C | Light rain |
| Raipur | 30°C | 41°C | Hot, dry |
| Nagpur | 31°C | 42°C | Heatwave, no rain |
| Indore | 29°C | 40°C | Dry & hot |
| Surat | 28°C | 38°C | Partly cloudy |
| Vadodara | 29°C | 41°C | Dry conditions |
| Kochi | 25°C | 32°C | Moderate rain |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 26°C | 33°C | Heavy rain |
| Goa | 27°C | 33°C | Light showers |
How Will Rising Temperatures Impact?
- Increased electricity demand
- Higher heat stress cases in hospitals
- Water shortages in urban zones
- Reduced outdoor activity hours
- Agricultural stress in northern plains
Delhi NCR Weekly Weather Forecast
| Day | Temperature |
| Sunday | 34°C – 44°C |
| Monday | 35°C – 46°C |
| Tuesday | 35°C – 45°C |
| Wednesday | 34°C – 45°C |
| Thursday | 34°C – 44°C |
| Friday | 33°C – 43°C |
| Saturday | 34°C – 45°C |
Delhi Air Quality – May 17, 2026
- AQI: Moderate to Poor (150–220 range)
- Dust particles elevated
- Heat contributing to smog formation
Major Cities Air Quality
| City | AQI Level |
| Delhi | Poor |
| Mumbai | Moderate |
| Kolkata | Moderate |
| Chennai | Good |
| Bengaluru | Good |
| Lucknow | Poor |
FAQ’s: All About Today’s Weather
Are there travel warnings?
No official travel bans, but heatwave advisories are active in north India.
Will temperatures rise further?
Yes, northern India may see another 1–2°C increase in coming days.
Will it rain today?
Rain is likely only in southern and northeastern regions.
Where will it snow today?
No snowfall expected in Indian hill stations today.
Is monsoon arriving soon?
Yes, expected around May 26 in Kerala.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions may change rapidly. Always check local authorities for emergencies and travel alerts.
