IMD Weather Forecast Today: How will the weather be on May 29? Where will it be the most heat? In which states is there an alert for rain and thunderstorm? How will the weather be today in Delhi, UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, MP and Chhattisgarh? Will there be relief from heatwave in your city or will the problems increase?
IMD Weather Update 29 May 2026: In the last few days of May, on one hand, extreme heat and humidity are making people miserable in many cities of North India, while on the other hand, rain, thunderstorms and strong winds have completely changed the mood of the weather. According to the latest update of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), on May 29, 2026, thunderstorms, strong winds and light to moderate rain will be seen in many areas of Delhi, UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Some cities will still remain in the grip of heatwave. Talking about the hottest cities, the temperature will remain around 42 to 43 degrees in Achhnera of Uttar Pradesh and some parts of Madhya Pradesh, while the scorching heat will continue in Raipur and Durg of Chhattisgarh. However, rainfall activities in many areas will bring down the temperature to some extent. Know the weather condition in major cities of Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar and Jharkhand today according to IMD.
IMD Weather Forecast Delhi: How will the weather be in Delhi-NCR today, when will the storm and rain come?
The weather will be completely changed in the national capital Delhi on 29th May. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 36 degrees and minimum 24 degrees. It will be cloudy throughout the day and there may be a strong thunderstorm with light rain between afternoon and evening. IMD has warned of strong winds at a speed of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. Delhiites will definitely get respite from the scorching heat of the last several days, but will need to be careful during lightning and strong winds. It has been advised to maintain distance from open fields, trees and electric poles.
IMD Weather Forecast UP: Big change in weather in UP, yellow alert in many cities
The weather is going to be most active in Uttar Pradesh on 29th May. Alert of thunder, rain and strong winds is issued in many cities including Agra, Kanpur, Prayagraj, Bareilly and Lucknow. The maximum temperature in Agra will be up to 40 degrees, but with it there is a possibility of hailstorm and strong storm with a speed of 50-60 km per hour. Situation like strong thunderstorm and heavy rain can also occur in Kanpur and Bareilly. A special alert has been issued in Bareilly for heavy rain and strong winds. The temperature in Lucknow will be around 34 degrees and it will be cloudy throughout the day and several spells of rain may be seen. The heat will still bother Prayagraj, where the mercury can reach 43 degrees, but there is hope of relief from strong winds and rain by evening.
IMD Weather Forecast Bihar: Signs of rain amid sultry heat in Bihar
The weather is going to be mixed in Patna, Arrah, Buxar and Aurangabad of Bihar. The maximum temperature in Patna can reach 36 degrees and humidity can reach 79 percent, due to which the humidity will increase significantly. Strong winds along with thunderstorms may occur in Aurangabad. Light rain and cloudy weather is expected in Arrah and Buxar. Although there will not be a heatwave like situation here, the humidity will bother people.
IMD Weather Forecast Jharkhand: Thunderstorm system will remain continuously active in Jharkhand
Ranchi, Chatra and Daltonganj of Jharkhand will be affected by strong storm and rain on May 29. The temperature in Ranchi will be up to 35 degrees, but strong winds can blow at a speed of 50-60 km per hour. There is forecast of rain with lightning and strong winds in Chatra and Daltonganj also. The Meteorological Department has advised people to stay indoors during bad weather and avoid mobile charging or open places.
IMD Weather Forecast MP: Heat wave-like heat will continue in Madhya Pradesh
The effect of heat will continue in Bhopal, Indore, Jabalpur and Ujjain of Madhya Pradesh on May 29. The temperature is expected to be 42 degrees in Bhopal, 43 degrees in Jabalpur and 41-42 degrees in Ujjain-Indore. However, after May 30, rain and thunderstorm activities may increase in many cities, due to which the temperature may drop by 2 to 4 degrees. At present, there will be a need to avoid strong sunlight and hot winds during the day.
IMD Weather Forecast Chhattisgarh: Raipur-Durg will be hottest in Chhattisgarh
Raipur and Durg of Chhattisgarh will be among the hottest cities on May 29. The maximum temperature is likely to reach 44 degrees in Raipur and 44 degrees in Durg also. Thunderstorm and hailstorm alert has been issued in Durg. There is a possibility of rain with thunder in Jagdalpur. Strong sunlight and hot winds during day time in the state will increase the problems of the people.
What precautions should people take?
Amidst the scorching heat and changing weather, health experts have advised people to limit exposure to sunlight between 12 noon to 4 pm. Keep drinking enough water, wear light clothes and take special care of children and the elderly. Where there is a thunderstorm alert, stay away from open fields, trees and electric poles. Drive carefully during strong winds and reduce the use of mobile phones in open places.
IMD Weather Forecast: How will the weather be in the coming days?
According to IMD, pre-monsoon activities may intensify in many parts of North India and East India between May 30 and June 2. Due to this, there will be a drop in temperature in Delhi, UP, Bihar and Jharkhand. Whereas in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, the effect of heat will gradually reduce, but in many cities the mercury may still remain around 40 degrees.