If you are planning a trip to the hills or live in Himachal Pradesh, it is time to stay alert. The Meteorological Department (Met Department) has issued an Orange Alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall across several parts of the state for the next 2 days. While the upper hills are gearing up for a chilly, wet spell, the plains of Himachal are still sizzling with temperatures crossing 44°C.
Day-by-Day Weather Forecast (Till June 2)
According to weather officials, the unstable weather dynamic will continue until June 2. Here is what to expect:.
- May 28 & 29 (Orange Alert): Heavy rain and light snowfall are expected in the higher reaches.
- May 30 (Yellow Alert): The intensity of the rain will decrease, but cautionary alerts remain.
- May 31 onwards: The weather will begin to clear up, especially in the lower hills and plain areas.
Warning for May 29: Expect widespread light to moderate rainfall across the state, accompanied by hailstorms, lightning, and gusty winds blowing at a speed of 40 to 50 km/h.
District-Wise Alerts: Is Your Region Affected?
The Met Department has divided the regions based on the severity of the weather.
| Date | Orange Alert (High Caution) | Yellow Alert (Be Aware) |
| May 28 (Today) | Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla | Una, Hamirpur, Bilaspur, Solan, Sirmaur |
| May 29 | Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Sirmaur | Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Solan |
| May 30 | — | Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur |
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The Great Temperature Divide: Rain in Hills, 44°C in Plains
While state capital Shimla woke up to cloudy skies and chilly winds, lower areas are experiencing an intense heat wave. Una recorded a blistering 44.0°C, making it the hottest place in the state.
Here is a quick look at the maximum temperatures recorded across major towns:
- Sizzling Plains: Una (44.0°C), Neri (40.7°C), Sundernagar (39.3°C), Bilaspur/Berthin (39.0°C).
- Moderate Hills: Kangra (38.8°C), Mandi (38.6°C), Dharamshala (35.0°C), Jubbarhatti (33.2°C).
- Chilly Tourist Spots: Shimla (29.0°C), Kalpa (25.4°C), Kufri (24.1°C), Keylong (20.9°C).
Travel Advice: If you are travelling to tourist spots like Shimla, Manali (Kullu), or Dharamshala, carry light woollens and umbrellas, and avoid driving during peak thunderstorm hours due to the risk of flying debris or slippery roads.