NEW DELHI, India | September 23, 2026 — Weather Today September 23, 2026 brings sharply contrasting conditions across India. A deep depression over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal has placed parts of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana under the strongest rainfall watch, while Delhi-NCR and much of northwest India face a comparatively quieter Wednesday.
The India Meteorological Department expects the deep depression to move west-northwestward and cross the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odisha coast between Visakhapatnam and Gopalpur, close to Kalingapatnam, by Wednesday night.
The system could trigger intense rain, thunderstorms, lightning and strong surface winds across parts of eastern and south-central India.
Odisha Faces Extremely Heavy Rain Risk
Odisha sits close to the core impact zone today.
IMD has warned of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places in Odisha on September 23, along with thunderstorms and lightning.
Conditions along the south Odisha coast may become particularly rough as the deep depression approaches land.
The weather department has also warned of rough to very rough seas along parts of the Odisha coast. People living in low-lying areas should monitor local administration alerts because intense rainfall can quickly create waterlogging and local flooding.
Travel disruptions may also occur in areas experiencing prolonged rain.
Coastal Andhra Pradesh Under Strong Rain and Wind Watch
Coastal Andhra Pradesh also faces an extremely heavy rainfall warning today.
North coastal districts are likely to experience widespread rain, while squally winds may affect the coastline as the system moves closer.
IMD’s coastal bulletin indicates rough to very rough sea conditions near the north Andhra Pradesh coast.
Fishermen and operators of small vessels should follow official marine advisories and avoid entering areas where restrictions remain in force.
Ports along the coast have also been advised to maintain cautionary signals according to local weather conditions.
Telangana Weather Today: Extremely Heavy Rain Warning
Telangana becomes another major weather hotspot on September 23.
IMD has placed the state under an extremely heavy rainfall warning, accompanied by the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning and strong surface winds.
Hyderabad is expected to remain generally cloudy with moderate rain. Temperatures in the city are likely to stay around the upper 20s Celsius during the day.
However, rainfall can vary sharply across Telangana because stronger rain bands associated with the system may affect some districts more than others.
Residents should avoid flooded roads and take lightning warnings seriously during thunderstorms.
Chhattisgarh Could See Very Heavy Rain
The rain system will also influence Chhattisgarh.
IMD has forecast very heavy rainfall at isolated places in the state today, along with thunderstorms and lightning.
Rainfall intensity could increase further in parts of the region as moisture from the Bay of Bengal system pushes inland.
People travelling across rain-prone districts should check local road and weather advisories before beginning long journeys.
Bengaluru: Rain and Thunderstorms Remain Possible
Bengaluru may see another unsettled day.
IMD forecasts a generally cloudy sky with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers on September 23.
The city could also experience thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of around 30-40 kmph.
Temperatures may remain near 21°C to 31°C.
After rainfall recorded in the previous 24 hours, commuters should remain prepared for sudden showers during the day.
Mumbai Weather Today
Mumbai is likely to see a comparatively less intense weather pattern.
IMD’s Colaba forecast indicates a generally cloudy sky with light rain, with temperatures around 25°C to 32°C.
No major weather warning is indicated for the city in the current city forecast.
However, short spells of rain can still affect morning or evening traffic.
Delhi-NCR Weather: Mainly Clear Sky, No Warning Today
Delhi-NCR presents a completely different picture.
IMD has issued no weather warning for Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh for September 23.
For New Delhi-Safdarjung, the weather department forecasts a mainly clear sky, with temperatures expected near 24°C minimum and 35°C maximum.
The city may therefore experience warm and humid conditions during the afternoon rather than widespread rain.
Early-morning observations also showed high humidity across parts of Delhi-NCR.
Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand Get a Quieter Day
IMD’s latest subdivision warnings show no major weather warning for East Uttar Pradesh, West Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh or Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh today.
However, conditions may change later in the week.
Rain and thunderstorm activity is expected to increase again across parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand from around September 25-27.
Therefore, travellers heading toward hill regions later this week should keep checking updated forecasts.
Why Is the Weather So Intense Over Eastern India?
The main driver is the deep depression over the Bay of Bengal.
Such systems draw large amounts of moisture from the sea and can generate concentrated rain bands.
As the system approaches the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh coastline, strong winds, thunderstorms and intense rainfall can occur near and around its path.
After landfall, the system is expected to continue influencing inland states, particularly Telangana and Chhattisgarh.
That explains why eastern and south-central India face much stronger weather today than northwest India.
Weather Today: What Residents Should Watch
People in Odisha, coastal Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Chhattisgarh should remain particularly alert today.
Avoid driving through waterlogged roads because the depth and current can be difficult to judge.
During lightning, move indoors and stay away from open fields, isolated trees and exposed locations.
People living near rivers, drainage channels or low-lying areas should follow instructions from district authorities if heavy rain persists.
Coastal residents and fishermen should treat marine warnings seriously while the deep depression remains active.
India Weather Outlook for September 23
Wednesday therefore brings two very different weather stories across India.
Northwest India, including Delhi-NCR, remains relatively calm and warm.
In contrast, the Bay of Bengal system creates a much more serious weather situation across Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Chhattisgarh.
The most important development to watch through Wednesday will be the deep depression’s movement toward the north Andhra Pradesh-south Odisha coastline and the rainfall it produces before and after crossing the coast.
