Several parts of North India may finally get relief from the intense summer heat. Weather conditions are expected to change during the last week of May and the first week of June as pre-monsoon rainfall activity is likely to increase across Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and nearby areas.
Weather trackers and meteorological observations show that thunderstorms, gusty winds, and scattered showers may bring some respite from the ongoing heatwave conditions, which have pushed temperatures above normal in a number of cities.
Pre-Monsoon Activity Likely Over North India
Experts say that moisture-laden winds and western disturbances could lead to pre-monsoon rains over North India in phases. These showers will bring down the daytime temperatures and make the weather better for a while, before the full-fledged monsoon arrives.
Delhi-NCR may see cloudy skies with light showers and thunderstorms in the last days of May. Similar conditions are likely over Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Rajasthan, where dry heat has dominated over the past few weeks.
A weather update shared by weather platform All India Weather also mentioned that relief from the heat is expected during the last week of May and the first week of June with pre-monsoon rainfall.
Relief from the heat is expected over North India during the last week of May and the first week of June with pre-monsoon rainfall.
— 🔴All India Weather (@allindiaweather) May 20, 2026
Monsoon Arrival Timeline in North India
The southwest monsoon usually advances gradually from southern India towards the northern plains by late June. This year too, normal progression is expected across most northern states.
| Region | Expected Monsoon Arrival | Weather Highlights |
| Delhi | Late June 2026 | Seasonal rainfall till mid-September |
| Punjab | June to September | Moderate rainfall, temperatures around 25-35°C |
| Rajasthan | Around June 20, 2026 | Early monsoon activity possible in eastern districts |
| Haryana | Late June or Early July 2026 | Thunderstorms and humid conditions likely |
Delhi Likely To Get Relief From Scorching Heat
Delhi has been experiencing high temperatures and warm nights due to persistent heatwave conditions. The average rainfall the city gets is 797.3 mm in the monsoon, which is from the last week of June to mid-September.
Residents may observe isolated spells of rain, lightning, and dust storms due to pre-monsoon systems before the arrival of the monsoon. These weather changes may bring down the temperatures by a few degrees.
Punjab and Haryana to see a change in weather conditions
Punjab and Haryana are also likely to witness some intermittent rain and thunderstorms in the coming days. Weather experts are of the view that strong surface heating, along with the ingress of moisture, may create conditions conducive to localised showers.
The monsoon season in Punjab, from June to September, is important for agriculture, particularly for paddy cultivation. Farmers are closely monitoring the weather as pre-monsoon showers often help farmers to prepare fields before sowing.
Rajasthan may get early signs of monsoon.
Gusty winds, dust storms, and scattered rain activity may occur over parts of Rajasthan, especially over eastern districts, before the official onset of monsoon around June 20. During the first phase, western Rajasthan is expected to be relatively hotter than the eastern parts.
Heatwave Conditions May Ease Temporarily
While pre-monsoon showers are expected to bring temporary relief, weather experts say humid conditions could increase after rainfall. However, the overall weather pattern suggests that North India could gradually transition into a more active monsoon phase in the next few weeks.
Residents are asked to continue to monitor local forecasts as thunderstorms and rapid weather changes can impact travel and outdoor plans.
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