mp weather update thunderstorm alert in bhopal gwalior rain in indore unstable weather to continue across 40 districts till may 10

MP Weather Update: Thunderstorm Alert in Bhopal-Gwalior, Rain in Indore; Unstable Weather to Continue Across 40 Districts Till May 10

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Bhopal, May 7, 2025 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a thunderstorm and rain alert for several districts of Madhya Pradesh, warning that a strong weather system comprising a Western Disturbance, two cyclonic circulations, and a trough line will remain active until May 10.

According to weather experts, many parts of the state will experience rain, hailstorms, and strong winds over the next four days. On Wednesday, major cities including Bhopal, Gwalior, Jabalpur, and Ujjain are likely to witness intense winds, while Indore may continue to receive intermittent rainfall.

Weather Alert

Districts on Alert for Rain, Hail and Winds

  • Hailstorm likely: Alirajpur, Dhar, Jhabua

  • Winds over 50 km/h expected: Shivpuri, Guna, Ashoknagar, Neemuch, Mandsaur, Chhindwara, Pandhurna, Seoni, Mandla, Balaghat

  • Other affected districts: Sheopur, Morena, Ratlam, Rajgarh, Shajapur, Vidisha, Raisen, Narmadapuram, Betul, Sehore, Harda, Khandwa, Burhanpur, Khargone, Barwani, Dewas, Narsinghpur, Rewa, Mauganj, Sidhi, Singrauli, Shahdol, Anuppur, Dindori

Indore Records Heavy Rainfall for Third Consecutive Day

Indore received nearly one inch of rain on Tuesday, marking the third day of heavy showers. The unseasonal rainfall has led to a significant dip in day temperatures, with no city in the state crossing the 40°C mark on Tuesday.

  • Warmest locations: Narsinghpur and Khajuraho (39.4°C), Mandla (39°C)

  • Major city temperatures: Ujjain (32.5°C), Bhopal (34.6°C), Indore (32.4°C), Gwalior (35.4°C), Jabalpur (37.6°C), Pachmarhi (32°C)

What’s Causing the Weather Shift?

Senior meteorologist Dr. Divya E. Surendran confirmed the influence of Western Disturbances, a trough line, and two cyclonic circulations, leading to widespread weather instability. The IMD has issued alerts through May 10, with similar weather patterns expected to persist across the state.

Heat Will Peak in May: IMD Warns of Intense Summer Ahead

Historically, May is the hottest month in Madhya Pradesh, with several cities often seeing temperatures between 45°C to 48°C.

  • Heatwave-prone districts: Gwalior, Chhatarpur, Narsinghpur, Niwari, Maihar, Tikamgarh, Bhind, Datia, Khargone, Barwani, Khandwa, Morena, Rajgarh, Raisen, Shajapur, Sheopur, Shivpuri, Vidisha

  • Forecast for major cities: Bhopal (44–45°C), Gwalior (46–47°C), Indore, Ujjain, Jabalpur (up to 45°C)

April Recap: A Month of Extremes

  • First three weeks: Fluctuating between above-normal heat and widespread rainfall

  • Third week: Strong north-westerly winds led to minimum temperatures between 25–27°C, while daytime highs stayed around 40–44°C

  • Final week: Onset of hail and rainfall from April 25 onwards due to intensification of active weather systems

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