NEW DELHI, India | September 3, 2026 —
Weather Today India brings another intense monsoon day for large parts of north and central India as the India Meteorological Department warns of extremely heavy rain in East Madhya Pradesh and very heavy showers over parts of West Uttar Pradesh and Vidarbha on Thursday.
Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, East Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh also face significant rain activity, making September 3 a crucial weather day for commuters, travelers, farmers and residents in flood-prone areas.
The strongest weather system currently affects central and northern India. Meanwhile, large parts of peninsular India may experience comparatively subdued monsoon activity.
Madhya Pradesh Faces Today’s Strongest Rain Warning
East Madhya Pradesh stands at the center of today’s severe weather outlook.
IMD has issued an extremely heavy rainfall warning for isolated areas of East Madhya Pradesh on September 3, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.
West Madhya Pradesh also faces heavy rain and thunderstorm activity.
The active spell follows intense rainfall across parts of central and eastern India and increases the risk of local flooding, overflowing drains and disruption on low-lying roads.
Districts in eastern Madhya Pradesh should remain particularly alert because very intense rainfall over a short period can rapidly raise water levels in streams and smaller rivers.
Residents should avoid flooded roads and should not attempt to cross fast-moving water.
West Uttar Pradesh Could See Very Heavy Rain
Uttar Pradesh faces another difficult weather day.
IMD expects very heavy rain at isolated locations in West Uttar Pradesh, along with thunderstorms and lightning.
East Uttar Pradesh also remains under a heavy-rain warning.
The forecast carries added significance because several Uttar Pradesh districts are already dealing with flood-related disruption.
Rainfall over river catchments can worsen local flood conditions even when a particular city receives only intermittent showers.
Areas around western and central Uttar Pradesh should therefore closely track district-level warnings throughout the day.
Delhi-NCR Braces for Another Wet Day
Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad could experience cloudy skies, spells of rain and occasional thunderstorms through Thursday.
IMD has placed the Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi meteorological subdivision under a heavy-rain warning for September 3.
The rain could bring temporary relief from humid conditions, but it also raises the risk of waterlogging and traffic delays across Delhi-NCR.
Gurugram remains particularly vulnerable to water accumulation on major roads following intense spells of rain.
Commuters should allow additional travel time during peak hours and avoid underpasses or stretches that begin filling rapidly during heavy showers.
The rain threat does not end tonight. IMD’s subdivision outlook keeps heavy rainfall in the Haryana-Chandigarh-Delhi region on September 4 and September 5 as well.
Punjab and Himachal Pradesh Also Face Heavy Rain
Punjab remains under a heavy-rain warning today.
IMD expects rain activity to continue into September 4 and September 5 before conditions ease.
Himachal Pradesh also faces heavy rainfall on Thursday.
Mountain states require particular caution during intense monsoon spells because rain can trigger landslides, falling rocks and sudden disruption on hill roads.
Travelers heading toward Himachal Pradesh should check road conditions before beginning long journeys.
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh do not face the same heavy-rain warning today, but IMD has warned of thunderstorms, lightning and squally weather in parts of the region.
Uttarakhand Rain Threat Refuses to Go Away
Uttarakhand remains one of the regions requiring sustained attention.
IMD has warned of heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning on September 3.
More importantly, the current forecast keeps heavy-rain warnings in place for Uttarakhand through the coming days.
That prolonged spell can increase landslide and flash-flood risk, particularly in hilly terrain and along vulnerable river valleys.
Tourists and pilgrims should follow local administration advisories and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall.
Bihar and Chhattisgarh Get Heavy-Rain Warning
Bihar can expect heavy rainfall at isolated places along with thunderstorms and lightning.
The state has already received significant monsoon rain during the current spell, and further showers could create local waterlogging or raise river levels in vulnerable areas.
Chhattisgarh also faces heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on Thursday.
IMD expects rainfall intensity there to decline somewhat after September 3, although thunderstorms may continue over the next few days.
The combination of wet ground and further intense showers means residents should continue monitoring local warnings.
Vidarbha Gets Very Heavy Rain Alert
Vidarbha becomes another major weather hotspot today.
IMD has issued a very heavy rainfall warning for the Maharashtra region along with thunderstorms and lightning.
The alert makes cities and districts across eastern Maharashtra important areas to watch through Thursday.
Elsewhere in Maharashtra, the weather picture looks different.
Madhya Maharashtra and Marathwada may experience thunderstorms and lightning, while Gujarat and Konkan-Goa do not carry a major heavy-rain warning for today in the latest subdivision forecast.
This sharp regional variation highlights how uneven the September monsoon has become across western India.
Rajasthan Gets a Brief Break Before Rain Returns
Rajasthan gets comparatively calmer weather on September 3.
IMD lists no major warning for East or West Rajasthan today.
However, the break may not last long.
East Rajasthan faces a heavy-rain and thunderstorm warning beginning September 4, with rain risk extending into September 5.
Residents should therefore treat Thursday as a temporary quieter window rather than the end of the active monsoon spell.
Northeast India to Stay Wet
The Northeast also remains under an active monsoon pattern.
IMD expects isolated heavy rainfall over Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura during the broader September 2-8 period.
Assam and Meghalaya also enter a spell of isolated heavy rainfall from September 3.
Repeated rainfall can increase the risk of local flooding and landslides in hilly and riverine areas.
People living near swollen rivers or unstable slopes should pay particular attention to district-level alerts.
South India Sees Comparatively Subdued Monsoon Activity
Southern India presents a contrasting weather picture.
IMD expects subdued rainfall activity over much of peninsular India during the week.
Parts of Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala may still receive scattered rainfall or thunderstorms, but widespread severe rainfall does not dominate today’s national outlook.
South Interior Karnataka faces thunderstorms, lightning and strong surface winds, while Coastal Karnataka carries no major warning for September 3 in the latest subdivision alert.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema could experience gusty winds during thunderstorms.
The national rain focus therefore remains firmly over north and central India today.
Why Is It Raining So Heavily?
A combination of monsoon weather systems is driving the current spell.
IMD has tracked a well-marked low-pressure area over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining regions, with the system moving west-northwestward toward southern Uttar Pradesh and northern Madhya Pradesh.
The monsoon trough also remains active, while a western disturbance influences northern India.
Together, these systems are feeding moisture into north, central and eastern India and creating favorable conditions for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
That explains why Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and adjoining regions currently sit at the center of the most intense rain belt.
Weather Today India: Cities and Regions to Watch
For people planning their day, Delhi-NCR should prepare for rain and possible traffic disruption.
Uttar Pradesh faces heavy to very heavy rain, particularly in the west.
Madhya Pradesh carries the day’s most serious rainfall warning, especially eastern districts.
Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand should remain alert for heavy showers.
Bihar and Chhattisgarh could see locally intense rainfall and thunderstorms.
Vidarbha faces very heavy rain.
Meanwhile, Rajasthan, Gujarat and much of peninsular India get a comparatively less severe weather setup today.
What Travelers and Residents Should Do
People traveling through rain-affected areas should check road and train updates before leaving.
Drivers should never enter flooded underpasses or roads without knowing the depth and current of the water.
Residents in lightning-prone areas should avoid open fields, isolated trees and exposed rooftops during thunderstorms.
People living near rivers or hill slopes should follow official evacuation instructions immediately if local authorities issue them.
Weather conditions can change rapidly during an active monsoon spell, making district-level nowcasts more useful than relying only on a morning forecast.
Rain Could Continue Beyond September 3
Today’s rain is not necessarily a one-day event.
IMD expects heavy rainfall to persist in several northern regions into September 4 and September 5.
Uttarakhand could remain particularly active for longer, while rain intensity across Madhya Pradesh will shift as the current low-pressure system moves.
The overall September picture also deserves attention.
IMD expects rainfall across India during September to remain below normal overall, following a weak August monsoon.
That means India could simultaneously experience intense short-duration rain in some states and rainfall deficits elsewhere — an increasingly important concern for agriculture, reservoirs and water management.
Today’s Bottom Line
September 3 will bring sharply contrasting weather across India.
East Madhya Pradesh faces the most severe rainfall threat, while West Uttar Pradesh and Vidarbha could receive very heavy rain.
Delhi-NCR, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Chhattisgarh and several other regions should prepare for another wet and potentially disruptive day.
At the same time, Rajasthan and parts of western and southern India may experience comparatively quieter conditions.
With active monsoon systems still influencing the country, residents should continue checking official local warnings as conditions develop through the day.
