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Chandigarh records 40 mm rain in 12 hours, second highest single-day Jan rainfall in 9 years

Meteorologists attributed the widespread rainfall to the influence of a western disturbance, which also led to cloudy skies and isolated thunderstorm activity over the Tricity.

2 min readChandigarhJan 28, 2026 02:53 PM IST

Chandigarh’s highest January rainfall in the past 15 years was recorded on January 7, 2017, when 65 mm of rain lashed the city. (Express Photo)

Chandigarh received 40 mm of rainfall within a 12-hour period on Tuesday, making it the second highest January rainfall recorded in the city in a single day in the past nine years since 2018, according to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chandigarh.

The rainfall was recorded at the IMD observatory in Sector 39-C between 8.30 am and 8.30 pm.

IMD records show that the only higher rainfall during January in this period was on January 23, 2022, when the city recorded 45.9 mm of rain.

Chandigarh’s highest January rainfall in the past 15 years was recorded on January 7, 2017, when 65 mm of rain lashed the city.

As per observations at the Chandigarh Weather Observatory, the maximum temperature on Tuesday settled at 15.5 degree Celsius, which was four degrees below normal, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 10.1 degree Celsius, two degrees above normal. High humidity levels accompanied the rain, with maximum relative humidity reaching 91 per cent and minimum relative humidity at 66 per cent, resulting in a cold and damp day across the city and surrounding areas.

Meteorologists attributed the widespread rainfall to the influence of a western disturbance, which also led to cloudy skies and isolated thunderstorm activity over the Tricity.

The Meteorological Centre, Chandigarh, has forecast partly cloudy conditions with chances of thunderstorms or light rain on Wednesday, with the maximum temperature likely to hover around 16 degree Celsius and the minimum near 9 degree Celsius. From Thursday onwards, weather conditions are expected to improve, with mostly clear skies on Thursday and a gradual rise in temperatures.

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Day temperatures are likely to climb to around 19 degree Celsius on Thursday and 20 degree Celsius on Friday and Saturday, while night temperatures may range between 8 degree Celsius and 10 degree Celsius. By Sunday, the maximum temperature is expected to rise further to around 22 degree Celsius, under partly cloudy skies.

Jagpreet Singh Sandhu

Jagpreet Singh Sandhu is a Senior Correspondent at The Indian Express, based in Chandigarh. He is a veteran reporter with over a decade of experience, specializing in legal, crime, and environmental reporting across the tri-city area (Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula). Professional Background Core Beat: He primarily covers the Punjab and Haryana High Court, District Courts, CBI Courts, and Consumer Commissions. His legal reporting is known for breaking down complex judgments and tracking long-standing criminal cases. Environmental Reporting: Jagpreet has become a key voice in reporting on the deteriorating air quality and weather patterns in the Punjab-Haryana region. Crime & Technology: He frequently reports on cybercrime, digital arrest scams, and the intersection of technology and law enforcement, such as the development of citizen-centric policing apps. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) His late 2025 coverage has focused on significant judicial verdicts, major financial scams, and public health concerns: 1. Legal & CBI Court Verdicts "12 years on, CBI court acquits Haryana judge, parents in wife’s death case" (Dec 17, 2025): Detailed coverage of the acquittal of a judicial officer in a high-profile dowry death case from 2013. "‘Wicked & evil mind’: Court gives man 30-year term for kidnapping, sexually assaulting 8-year-old" (Dec 16, 2025): A report on a stern judgment from a Chandigarh district court in a POCSO case. "Man acquitted in rape case after victim found ‘very happy’ in wedding reception" (Dec 9, 2025): Covering a unique legal observation regarding consensual relationships and age verification. 2. Investigative & Scams "CBI registers FIR in Rs 1.14-cr Patient Welfare Grant scam at PGIMER" (Dec 19, 2025): An exposé on how funds meant for poor patients were siphoned off through forged documents and a photocopy shop inside the PGIMER campus. "Month-long torture, Rs 85 lakh transfers: How ‘Innocence Certificate’ led to a ‘digital arrest’ of an elderly couple" (Dec 12, 2025): Detailing a sophisticated cyber fraud targeting senior citizens in Chandigarh. 3. Environment & Public Safety "Panchkula air turns ‘very poor’, fourth worst in country" (Dec 22, 2025): Reporting on the sudden spike in pollution levels in Panchkula compared to neighbouring cities. "Soon, you can snap that overspeeding car, and report to Chandigarh Police" (Dec 16, 2025): Breaking news on a new mobile application being developed to allow citizens to report traffic violations via geo-tagged photos. 4. Gangster Culture & Crime "City Beautiful in the crosshairs of gangsters" (Dec 14, 2025): A feature analysis of how Chandigarh has increasingly become a staging ground for extortion and rivalries between gangster modules. "Shooters wanted for Parry murder held by Delhi Police Special Cell" (Dec 18, 2025): Following the developments in a high-profile murder case in Chandigarh’s Sector 26. Signature Style Jagpreet is recognized for his tenacious follow-up on cold cases and his ability to report on courtroom drama with a focus on victim rights. His work often highlights administrative lapses, whether in the handling of patient welfare funds or the enforcement of environmental standards. ... Read More

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