Punjab District Wise Rainfall Forecast from 16 to 20 July 2025 – IMD Alert
**Date: 16 July 2025
Source: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chandigarh
The India Meteorological Department has released a 5-day district-wise rainfall forecast for Punjab, valid from 16 July to 20 July 2025. The forecast highlights significant rainfall activities in many northern districts on the first day, with a gradual decline expected over the subsequent days.
🌧️ Rainfall Forecast Overview
| Day | Date | Rainfall Activity | Major Affected Districts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 16 July 2025 | Most areas to receive rainfall (75–100% stations) | Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, SBS Nagar, Rupnagar |
| Day 2 | 17 July 2025 | Many areas with rain (50–75% stations) | Firozpur, Faridkot, Mansa, Sangrur, Bathinda, Muktsar |
| Day 3 | 18 July 2025 | Few to isolated showers (25–50%) | Kapurthala, Tarn Taran, Barnala, Patiala |
| Day 4 | 19 July 2025 | Isolated rainfall (≤ 25% stations) | Almost all districts |
| Day 5 | 20 July 2025 | Isolated to Dry conditions | Fazilka, Muktsar (Dry), rest isolated |
📌 Legend (Rainfall Coverage)
- Dry: No rainfall
- Isolated: ≤ 25% stations report rainfall
- Few: 25–50% stations
- Many: 50–75% stations
- Most: 75–100% stations
🛑 Advisory for Farmers and General Public
- Farmers are advised to delay irrigation for the next few days in northern Punjab.
- People in flood-prone districts like Pathankot and Gurdaspur should remain alert on 16 July due to heavy rainfall possibilities.
- Travelers should plan their movement accordingly, especially in areas marked as “Many” or “Most”.
📍 Stay Updated
Keep following the official IMD website and your local administration for real-time weather alerts. This forecast is subject to change as per meteorological conditions.
