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Weather today, April 19, 2026: India is witnessing a major change in weather conditions as temperatures are rising again in the plains while rain and snow are falling again in the hills. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, most parts of the country will remain hot and dry, while northeast India and the western Himalayas could experience rain and snowfall. Delhi recently recorded 19 mm of rainfall, the highest April rainfall since 2010, but now the heat is returning.
Will it rain or snow in the hills?
Rain and snowfall are expected in:
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Himachal Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- Ladakh
A western disturbance may trigger rain, snowfall and thunderstorms in higher areas.
Why is the heat building up so quickly across India?
Weather experts point out:
- Clear skies increase solar heat
- Dry winds from western regions
- Weak pre-monsoon activity
- Rising humidity in coastal cities
Temperatures across north India are expected to rise by 3-5°C in the next few days.
Will India experience a heat wave on Sunday?
Yes, heat waves can occur in:
- East Rajasthan
- Eastern Uttar Pradesh
- Odisha
Central and northern India can experience temperatures of 40°C to 44°C.
Where are the heat wave warnings?
- Rajasthan
- Uttar Pradesh
- Delhi NCR
- Punjab
- Haryana
- Gujarat
- Madhya Pradesh
Delhi-NCR weather today
Minimum: 29°C | Maximum: 41°C
Clear skies expected. No rain forecast. Heat stress possible in the afternoon hours.
Chennai weather today
Minimum: 28°C | Maximum: 36°C
Humid conditions with partly cloudy skies are expected.
Mumbai weather today
Minimum: 30°C | Maximum: 33°C
Warm and humid conditions with coastal winds.
Hyderabad weather today
Minimum: 29°C | Maximum: 41°C
Dry heat is expected.
Karnataka weather today
Minimum: 25°C | Maximum: 37°C
Hot afternoon conditions in the interior districts.
Uttar Pradesh weather today
Minimum: 28°C | Maximum: 44°C
Severe heat is expected in the eastern districts.
Rajasthan weather today
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 40°C
A heatwave is likely in eastern areas.
Weather in Jammu and Kashmir today
Minimum: 3°C | Maximum: 7°C
Rain and snowfall can be expected in higher regions.
Punjab weather today
Minimum: 25°C | Maximum: 39°C
Rising temperatures expected.
Ahmedabad weather today
Minimum: 27°C | Maximum: 42°C
Hot and dry weather expected.
Sunrise and sunset timing depending on city
| City | sunrise | sunset |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 05:52 | 6:47 p.m |
| Mumbai | 6:18 a.m | 6:56 p.m |
| Hyderabad | 05:58 am | 6:32 p.m |
| Ahmedabad | 6:16 a.m | 7:01 p.m |
| Jaipur | 06:00 am | 6:51 p.m |
| Lucknow | 05:39 am | 6:31 p.m |
| Chandigarh | 05:51 am | 6:52 p.m |
| Srinagar | 05:49 | 6:59 p.m |
Complete city-wise rain forecast for all major cities
| City | minimum | Maximum | Chance of rain | Weather conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 30°C | 40°C | 10% | Hot and steamy |
| Noida | 26°C | 41°C | 5% | Very hot and dry |
| Gurugram | 26°C | 40°C | 5-10% | Sunny and hot |
| Ghaziabad | 25°C | 40°C | 5% | Dry heat |
| Faridabad | 28°C | 41°C | 0-5% | Mostly clear |
| Greater Noida | 27°C | 41°C | 5% | Hot |
| Chandigarh | 25°C | 39°C | 10-15% | Partly cloudy |
| Jaipur | 29°C | 39°C | 5% | Dry heat |
| Lucknow | 25°C | 42°C | 5-10% | Very hot |
| Ahmedabad | 28°C | 40°C | 5% | Dry |
| Mumbai | 28°C | 32°C | 20% | Moist |
| Chennai | 29°C | 36°C | 25-30% | Cloudy |
| Hyderabad | 30°C | 40°C | 10% | Hot |
What impact will rising temperatures have?
- Increased risk of heat exhaustion
- Increase in electricity demand
- Water consumption is increasing
- Discomfort when traveling
- Plant stress in rural areas
Weekly weather forecast for Delhi NCR
|
day |
Min |
Max |
Condition |
|
Sunday |
29°C |
41°C |
Hot |
|
Monday |
29°C |
41°C |
Hot |
|
Tuesday |
30°C |
42°C |
Very hot |
|
Wednesday |
30°C |
42°C |
Very hot |
|
Thursday |
31°C |
42°C |
heat |
|
Friday |
30°C |
42°C |
Hot |
|
Saturday |
30°C |
42°C |
Hot |
Delhi’s air quality today – April 19, 2026
Delhi’s AQI is expected to be in the moderate to poor range and sensitive groups are advised to limit outdoor exposure.
Air quality in major cities across India
| City | AQI level |
|---|---|
| Delhi | Moderate |
| Mumbai | Moderate |
| Chennai | Good |
| Hyderabad | Moderate |
| Ahmedabad | arm |
| Jaipur | Moderate |
| Lucknow | arm |
| Chandigarh | Moderate |
FAQs
Are there any travel or security warnings?
Yes. Heat warnings have been issued across northern India. Rain warnings in the northeast.
Are temperatures rising across the country?
Yes, temperatures can rise 3-5°C in the northern regions.
Will there be rain today?
Rain is expected in northeast India and the Himalayan states.
Where will it snow today?
Snowfall is expected in Jammu and Kashmir and the higher Himalayan areas.
Is Delhi under a heatwave?
Not official, but there is a moderate risk of heat.
Disclaimer: Weather forecasts are for guidance only. Conditions can change quickly. Always check with local authorities for emergencies and travel warnings.
