KKN Gurugram Desk | The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe weather warning for multiple regions across the country today, June 19, 2025. With the monsoon now active in over half the country, many areas are experiencing heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, while others continue to await relief from scorching summer heat.

According to the latest IMD weather update, Jharkhand is under a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall, while Central India and Northeast India are expected to witness heavy to very heavy showers throughout the day.

 Monsoon Covers Over Half of India: Heavy Rains Continue

As per IMD’s monsoon progress report, the southwest monsoon 2025 has successfully covered more than 50% of India’s landmass. Several states are now dealing with excess rainfall, waterlogging, and localized flooding, while others are just beginning to see relief through pre-monsoon showers.

Despite the heavy rain in several parts of the country, the national capital Delhi is yet to witness the official onset of the monsoon. However, intermittent pre-monsoon showers and cloudy weather have brought marginal relief from the heatwave.

 IMD Issues Rain Alerts Across Multiple Regions

According to today’s IMD weather forecast for June 19, several regions are under different categories of alerts based on rain intensity:

 Red Alert:

• Jharkhand – Extremely heavy rainfall warning has been issued. Flash floods and local disruptions are possible.

Orange Alert:

• Raigad and Ratnagiri districts in Maharashtra – Expected to receive very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall today.

• South India & Gujarat – Cyclonic circulation is likely to trigger strong winds and localized heavy downpours.

Yellow Alert:

• Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar – Intermittent rain with chances of thunder and localized flooding.

• Delhi – Moderate rain, thunderstorms, and dust-laden winds predicted by evening.

 Cyclonic Circulation Impacting Delhi, Gujarat & South India

Weather experts have identified an active cyclonic circulation over western and southern regions of India. This system is expected to affect:

• Delhi NCR – Moderate rain during the day; by evening, gusty winds, dust storms, and light thunderstorms are expected.
  At night, intense rainfall with storm-like conditions may occur.

• Gujarat and coastal Karnataka – Strong winds, choppy sea conditions, and scattered heavy showers.

The IMD has also issued a broader rainfall warning across the country till June 23, suggesting sustained monsoon activity across multiple zones.

Region-wise Rain Forecast for June 19, 2025

As per IMD and private forecasting agency Skymet Weather, here’s how the rain pattern looks for today:

Regions with Light to Moderate Rainfall:

• Gujarat

• Konkan & Goa

• Coastal Karnataka

• West Bengal

• Parts of Bihar

• Jharkhand

• Odisha

• Eastern Assam

• Arunachal Pradesh

• Nagaland

• Manipur

• Mizoram

Regions with Heavy Rain Possibility:

• Central India – Including parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh

• Northeast India – Especially Assam, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh

• Parts of Maharashtra – Particularly the Konkan coast

The rainfall in these areas may cause localized waterlogging, especially in low-lying urban regions.

Delhi Weather Today – June 19, 2025

The national capital New Delhi will continue to experience cloudy skies and intermittent rain throughout the day. IMD has forecast:

• Moderate rainfall

• Dust storms and gusty winds (30-40 km/h) in the evening

• Heavy showers with thunderstorms during the night

Though the monsoon has not officially entered Delhi, pre-monsoon rainfall is expected to persist for the next few days.

 Mumbai Weather Update

In Mumbai and surrounding areas like Thane and Palghar, rain activity has picked up since last evening. According to IMD:

• Heavy rainfall likely by late evening today

• Orange alert for Raigad and Ratnagiri districts

• Yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar

Citizens are advised to avoid travel in flood-prone areas and remain indoors during thunderstorms.

 Monsoon Progress So Far

The Monsoon 2025 began earlier than expected in parts of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. IMD reports indicate:

• Uttar Pradesh has officially received the monsoon

• Rajasthan experienced monsoon arrival 17 days ahead of schedule

• States like Bihar and Jharkhand are currently experiencing peak monsoon activity

 IMD Advisory and Safety Measures

The India Meteorological Department has urged citizens in high-alert zones to follow these precautions:

• Avoid venturing out during thunderstorms or heavy rain

• Stay away from open fields, rivers, and power lines

• Do not park vehicles under trees or unstable structures

• Stay updated via official IMD alerts and local news

The IMD’s extended forecast suggests continued heavy to very heavy rain in most parts of India until June 23, 2025. The Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea systems are expected to strengthen, possibly triggering more widespread rainfall across North, East, and Western India.