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Uttar Pradesh weather alert: Rain & thunderstorms till January 26, temperature to dip by 2-4°C

Temperatures will fluctuate, with a slight rise during the rain and a drop after January 24. A fresh Western Disturbance may trigger more rain from January 26.

3 min readUpdated: Jan 23, 2026 11:24 AM IST

Temperatures may dip briefly before another spell of rain with lightning is expected on January 26.

IMD has forecast rain and thunderstorms across large parts of Uttar Pradesh from January 22 to 24 due to Western Disturbances. (PTI Photo/Nand Kumar)

Uttar Pradesh can expect rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning from January 22-26.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the rain is expected to start from the evening of January 22 and last till January 24 owing to two successive Western Disturbances.

It is likely to subside by January 24. There will also be a slight drop in minimum temperatures by 2-4°C between January 24 and 26.

However, fresh rainfall along with thunderstorms and lightning — and a slight rise in temperature — can be expected on January 26 as a new Western Disturbance approaches.

Affected districts

About 45 districts across western, central, and Terai regions are expected to witness rain, thunderstorms, and strong gusty winds on January 23.

Western UP: Saharanpur, Bijnor, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Mathura, Baghpat, Meerut, Agra, Sambhal

Central UP: Mainpuri, Kannauj, Etawah, Shahjahanpur, Pilibhit, Sitapur, Lucknow, Barabanki, Unnao, Kanpur

Terai Belt: Bahraich, Shravasti, Lakhimpur Kheri

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By January 24, rainfall is likely to shift towards central and eastern UP, affecting about 18 districts including Lakhimpur Kheri, Lucknow, Sitapur, Barabanki, Rae Bareli, Bahraich, Shravasti, Balrampur, Gorakhpur, Maharajganj, Kushinagar, and Deoria.

“Due to the influence of two successive active Western Disturbances, rainfall is expected to begin in western UP late on January 22 and become widespread across eastern UP on January 23. It will decrease on January 24; the weather will be dry on January 25. There will be a likely increase of 3-5°C in minimum temperatures during January 22-24, and the current relief from the cold is expected to continue in the state,” said experts at the IMD’s MeT Centre in Lucknow.

“However, minimum temperatures are likely to drop again by 2-4°C between January 24-26, before rising again with the start of a new spell of rain from January 26 due to the influence of the next Western Disturbance. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain above normal during the next week, despite a slight gradual decrease,” they added.

Experts also said the passage of the current Western Disturbance caused a change in wind direction and clear skies, leading to a drop in minimum temperatures in western and central UP.

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They said in eastern UP, temperatures are expected to gradually decrease over the next 48 hours, but remain around or above normal, with reduced fog providing relief from the cold.

Maulshree Seth

Maulshree Seth is an Assistant Editor with The Indian Express, based in Lucknow. With over 15 years of experience in mainstream journalism, she has built a formidable reputation for her on-ground reporting across Uttar Pradesh. Her expertise spans a wide array of critical beats, including state politics, governance, the judiciary, and rural development. Authoritativeness Maulshree’s work is characterized by depth and historical context. Her coverage of high-stakes state elections and landmark judicial rulings has established her as an authoritative voice on the intersection of law and politics in Northern India. She is frequently recognized for her ability to gain access to primary sources and for her nuanced understanding of the socio-economic factors that drive the world's most populous sub-national entity. Trustworthiness & Ethical Journalism Her reporting is rooted in rigorous fact-checking and a steadfast dedication to neutral, unbiased storytelling. By prioritizing field-based verification—often traveling to the most remote corners of the state—she ensures that her readers receive a truthful and comprehensive view of events. ... Read More

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