UP Bihar Jharkhand MP Weather Heatwave Update: On 24 May 2026, the temperature will be up to 47°C in many cities of UP. The temperature is likely to remain between 42°C to 45°C in most cities. Know where there is heatwave alert and where there is a possibility of rain and storm. Latest situation according to IMD weather forecast.
IMD Heatwave Forecast: The last week of May seems to be very challenging for North India and Central India. According to the latest forecast of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), on May 24, 2026, many cities of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh will be affected by severe heat wave. In many areas the temperature can reach 45 to 47 degrees Celsius. On the other hand, the possibility of thunderstorms and strong winds has also been expressed in some parts of Jharkhand and eastern areas of Bihar. The maximum heat will be seen in some cities of UP, Bundelkhand and Madhya Pradesh. The temperature in the capital Delhi is expected to be 44 °C today.
Which city will be the hottest today?
On May 24, the highest temperature is expected to reach 47°C in many cities of Uttar Pradesh – Jhansi, Prayagraj, Banda, Banaras, Mirzapur, Achnera and Auraiya. The mercury may also rise up to 46°C in Daudnagar, Sasaram of Bihar and Garhwa of Jharkhand. This temperature is several degrees higher than normal and can increase the risk of heat stroke.
Severe heat wave in most districts of Uttar Pradesh today
There will be severe heat wave in most of the districts of Uttar Pradesh today. Orange alert of heat wave is prevailing in cities like Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Jhansi, Agra, Meerut, Aligarh, Banaras and Banda. Strong hot winds will blow during the day and the nights will also be hot. There is a possibility of light rain with thunder and strong winds at isolated places in Agra, Meerut and Aligarh.
Where is rain and thunderstorm in Bihar-Jharkhand?
There will be relative relief in Patna, Bihar where the maximum temperature is expected to be 38°C. However, the heat will be very intense in Arrah, Sasaram and Daudnagar. Yellow alert for thunder, lightning and strong winds at the speed of 40-50 km per hour is in effect in Ranchi and Simdega-Bano area of Jharkhand. The temperature here will be between 39-41°C but humidity will increase the problem.
Heatwave havoc in Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal, Indore and Ujjain will be affected by strong sunlight and dry heat. The temperature in Bhopal may go up to 42°C while it is expected to reach 47°C in the coming days. Even in Indore and Ujjain, it can be difficult to go out during the afternoon.
How much will the mercury rise in the coming days?
According to IMD, the temperature will remain at 46-47°C in many parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh till May 27-28. There may be slight relief in Jharkhand and Eastern India after May 27. There is a possibility of increase in pre-monsoon activities in some cities around May 29.
Necessary precautions to avoid heat
- Avoid exposure to sunlight between 12 noon to 4 pm.
- Keep taking water and ORS continuously.
- Children and the elderly need to take special care, take care.
- Wear light colors and loose clothes.
- Cover your head and go out.