Thunderstorms and rain likely across parts of Maharashtra; yellow alert issued for multiple districts

A change in weather conditions has brought relief from intense heat in Maharashtra, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, strong winds, and light to moderate rainfall in several regions over the next two days

Pune | 07 May 2026: After weeks of high temperatures reaching around 40°C in late April, Pune and surrounding areas have experienced a slight drop in daytime heat, along with cooler nights. However, weather patterns have now shifted, leading to the development of convective cloud systems that are likely to trigger rainfall activity in parts of the state.

According to the forecast, districts including Pune, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Kolhapur, Satara, Sangli, Solapur, Beed, Nanded, Latur, and Dharashiv are expected to experience thunderstorms with lightning, gusty winds, and scattered rainfall on 7 and 9 May. These conditions have prompted the issuance of a yellow alert, indicating the possibility of weather disruptions in these regions.

Meteorologists have noted that the rainfall activity is primarily driven by summer heat-induced atmospheric convection. This process leads to the formation of dense clouds during late morning to afternoon hours, which may result in thunderstorms and showers in the afternoon and evening.

Senior meteorologist Anupam Kashyapi stated that Pune and surrounding areas are likely to see intermittent rainfall on 7 and 8 May, with partly cloudy conditions expected to persist. He also indicated that coastal regions such as Mumbai and parts of the Konkan belt may continue to experience hot and humid weather over the next 48 hours, despite localized rain activity inland.

The forecast suggests that while the rainfall may provide temporary relief from heat, it could also bring lightning activity and sudden wind gusts, requiring caution, especially in rural and semi-urban areas. Authorities have advised residents in affected districts to remain alert to changing weather conditions during the forecast period. The overall weather pattern indicates a transitional phase typical of early summer, where rising temperatures and atmospheric instability combine to produce localized storm activity across central and western Maharashtra.

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