Sun Feb 22 23:20:00 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Weather Shift Anticipated Across India: Temperature Rise in the North, Rainfall in the South

The Story:

India is bracing for a varied weather pattern, according to the latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). While North-West India is expected to experience a gradual increase in maximum temperatures, rising by 3-4°C over the next 7 days, South Tamil Nadu and South Kerala are under a heavy rainfall warning. Andaman and Nicobar Islands can expect light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and winds of 30-40 kmph. Scattered rainfall and thunderstorms are also predicted for several other regions, including Odisha, eastern Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Meghalaya, Gangetic West Bengal, and Telangana on February 23, 2026.

Delhi-NCR is forecast to have clear skies with morning haze. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 31°C. The minimum temperature in Delhi is anticipated to be 1.6°C to 3.0°C above normal, with the maximum temperature significantly higher, ranging from 3.1°C to 5.0°C above normal. The weather is expected to remain largely unchanged on February 24-25.

Key Points:

  • North-West India: Maximum temperature increase of 3-4°C over the next 7 days.
  • South Tamil Nadu and South Kerala: Heavy rainfall warning.
  • Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and winds of 30-40 kmph.
  • February 23, 2026: Rain and thunderstorms expected in Odisha, eastern Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Meghalaya, Gangetic West Bengal, and Telangana.
  • Delhi-NCR: Clear skies, morning haze, maximum temperature reaching 31°C.
  • Delhi: Minimum temperature 1.6-3.0°C above normal, maximum temperature 3.1-5.0°C above normal.
  • February 24-25: No significant weather changes expected in Delhi-NCR.

Key Takeaways:

  • India is experiencing diverse weather conditions across different regions.
  • The northern part of the country is expected to experience a gradual increase in temperature.
  • Southern regions are facing the risk of heavy rainfall.
  • Delhi-NCR will see a slight increase in temperature with clear skies prevailing.
  • The IMD is actively monitoring and forecasting weather patterns across the country.

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