Chandigarh, June 28, 2025: The southwest monsoon has started showing its impact in Punjab, bringing relief from scorching heat and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow alert for rainfall in 12 districts today. The state is expected to witness light to moderate rain with thunderstorm activity over the next 3–4 days.
While light rainfall was recorded in Pathankot (trace) and Rupnagar (0.5 mm) on Friday, most parts of Punjab remained dry, causing a 3.1°C spike in maximum temperatures. The highest temperature of 39°C was recorded in Bathinda, followed by 36.8°C in Patiala, 36.1°C in Ludhiana, 34.6°C in Pathankot, and 34°C in Amritsar.
12 Districts Under Yellow Alert Today (June 28)
The IMD has forecasted thunderstorms with light rain across the following northern and northeastern districts:
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Pathankot
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Gurdaspur
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Hoshiarpur
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Nawanshahr
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Rupnagar
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Mohali
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Fatehgarh Sahib
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Patiala
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Sangrur
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Ludhiana
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Jalandhar
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Kapurthala
Temperatures are expected to remain near normal for this time of year.
Heavy Rainfall Forecast Ahead
June 29:
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in:
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Nawanshahr
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Ludhiana
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Sangrur
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Malerkotla
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Patiala
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Mohali
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Rupnagar
In southwestern Punjab, including Muktsar, Faridkot, Moga, and Bathinda, cloud cover and light rain showers are likely.
June 30:
Thunderstorms and showers are likely in most parts of Punjab, including:
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Pathankot
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Amritsar
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Kapurthala
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Jalandhar
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Hoshiarpur
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Mohali
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Sangrur
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Patiala
A yellow alert has been issued again for several of these districts, advising residents to stay updated and take necessary precautions.
City-wise Weather Forecast (June 28)
| City | Forecast | Temperature Range (°C) |
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| Amritsar | Overcast skies with light drizzle | 27 – 31 |
| Jalandhar | Cloudy with possible light showers | 27 – 30 |
| Ludhiana | Cloudy with scattered light rain | 27 – 32 |
| Patiala | Mostly cloudy with light showers | 28 – 34 |
| Mohali | Cloudy skies, chances of rain | 28 – 35 |
Advisory: Stay Cautious
Authorities have urged citizens to:
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Avoid waterlogging-prone areas.
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Stay indoors during thunderstorms.
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Follow weather updates from IMD regularly.
The monsoon is expected to remain active over Punjab until early July, offering relief from heat but also posing local flood and landslide risks in hilly regions.
