Maharashtra Weather Alert: IMD Predicts Heatwave, Thunderstorms, and Rain in the Next 4 Days – Check Districtwise Forecast
Maharashtra Weather Alert: April 24, 2025 – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow alerts for different weather phenomena across the state. From heatwaves in isolated pockets to thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and lightning, the forecast varies significantly by district. The alert spans from April 25 to April 28, 2025, and is aimed at helping residents prepare accordingly.
District-Wise Weather Predictions from IMD
April 25, 2025 (Day 1)
Several districts are under a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in isolated pockets:
- Akola, Amravati, Chandrapur, Nanded, Parbhani, Beed, Hingoli, Jalna, and Sholapur
Simultaneously, thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-50 kmph) are expected in:
- Kolhapur, Sangli, Latur, Dharashiv, and Nanded
April 26, 2025 (Day 2)
The yellow alert continues for heatwaves in isolated pockets over:
- Akola, Amravati, Chandrapur, Jalgaon, Sholapur, Parbhani, Hingoli, and Jalna
Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-50 kmph) are forecasted in the ghat regions of:
- Kolhapur, Sangli, Beed, Dharashiv, Latur, and Nanded
April 27, 2025 (Day 3)
A significant yellow alert for thunderstorms (with lightning and gusty winds of 30-60 kmph) is issued across a wide region:
- Sholapur, Nanded, Latur, Dharashiv, Beed, Chandrapur, Wardha, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Nagpur, and Bhandara
This indicates a widespread thunderstorm risk across central and eastern Maharashtra.
April 28, 2025 (Day 4)
The thunderstorm alert continues, with lightning and gusty winds (30-60 kmph) expected in:
- Sindhudurg, Kolhapur, Sangli, Latur, Nanded, Dharashiv, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Gondia, Nagpur, Wardha, Yavatmal, Washim, and Bhandara
Residents in these areas should be cautious of adverse weather conditions including strong winds and lightning activity.
Expert Insight on Upcoming Weather Trends
According to Anupam Kashyapi, former head of the Weather Forecasting Division at IMD Pune:
“Heatwave, hot, and humid weather is at its peak in the country for the current 48 hours. An orange alert has been issued for Telangana, Odisha, and Gangetic West Bengal. A reduction in day temperatures is expected from April 26 onward. Maharashtra is unlikely to experience heatwave conditions after April 26. Isolated rainfall with lightning and thunderstorms is likely in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Stay updated.”
Key Takeaway for Maharashtra Residents
Maharashtra weather alert indicates fluctuating weather — from extreme heat to thunderstorms — residents are advised to monitor daily updates and take necessary precautions. While the heatwave may subside post-April 26, thunderstorms are expected to persist across many districts through April 28.
