1. IMD predicts rainfall until April 3 in the Northeast due to a cyclonic circulation over Assam.
2. States like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura may experience rain, snow, and thunderstorms.
3. Residents should remain prepared for adverse weather conditions and take necessary precautions.
Weather Update, March 30: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted rainfall in several states until April 3, particularly in the Northeast region, owing to a cyclonic circulation over Assam.
Residents of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura should brace for rain or snow in higher areas and thunderstorms with lightning.
The situation is expected to escalate, with moderate to heavy rainfall predicted in many areas of Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Sikkim and other Northeastern states from March 30 to April 3.
Heavy showers, ranging from 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm, are anticipated on Saturday, March 30, and Monday, April 1, while the first heavy rains of the summer, ranging from 115.6 mm to 204.5 mm, are forecasted for Sunday in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya.
A yellow alert has been issued for Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura, covering the entire Northeast region from Saturday to Sunday.
On April 1 and April 2, the alert will be in effect only for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Meghalaya.
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The rainfall data from March 1 to 28 indicates a precipitation deficit, with Arunachal Pradesh receiving 32% below its normal rainfall, and Assam and Meghalaya receiving 29% below their normal levels.
Similarly, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura collectively experienced a 45% rainfall deficit compared to their normal levels.
These statistics underscore a concerning trend, especially as the region braces for anticipated heavy rainfall in the coming days.
The IMD’s alert emphasizes the potential for major weather disturbances and underscores the importance of readiness and precautions throughout the Northeast region.
