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Heatwave warning in 5 Himachal districts, light showers in higher reaches likely on Monday
IMD issued a yellow heatwave alert for Una, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Solan for April 27 as temperatures stayed above normal. Forecasters expect light showers in higher reaches on April 27, statewide rainfall April 28–30, and an orange alert for hailstorms on April 28, with ongoing temperature trends through early May.
Why It Matters
The heat spell and forecasted rain affect public health guidance, farming practices, and daily activities across Himachal Pradesh. Authorities urge precaution against heat exposure and provide agronomic advisories to protect standing crops.
Timeline
4 Events
No significant change in minimum temperatures; temps to rise then fall in the short term
April 26, 2026
Meteorological department officials said no significant change is expected in minimum temperatures across most parts of the state over the next 4–5 days. Maximum temperatures are likely to rise by 2–3°C over many areas in the next 48 hours, after which they are expected to gradually fall by 3–5°C over the subsequent 2–3 days.
Orange alert for hailstorms on April 28; yellow alert for Chamba on April 28
April 26, 2026
The weather office issued an orange alert for hailstorms, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla for April 28, and a yellow alert for Chamba on the same day.
Forecast: Light showers on April 27; statewide rainfall April 28–30; May 1–2 showers
April 26, 2026
IMD forecast notes light showers are likely at isolated places in the higher reaches on April 27. From April 28 to 30, rainfall is expected across the state, followed by light showers in the high and mid-hills on May 1 and 2.
Heatwave alert for Una, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi and Solan on April 27
April 26, 2026
IMD, Shimla, issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions in Una, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, and Solan districts for April 27. Sunday temperatures in the state remained above normal, with Una recording 41.8°C, Sundernagar 36.8°C, Kangra 36.6°C, and Mandi 36°C. Shimla logged 27.2°C, Dharamshala 34.1°C, and Manali 26.8°C. The IMD advised the public to avoid exposure to direct sunlight and urged farmers to apply light and frequent irrigation and mulching to conserve moisture.