Bengaluru, Karnataka, is bracing for a short but intense spell of pre-monsoon weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting showers, thundershowers, and possible hail until May 2. Rainfall is expected to be widespread, accompanied by gusty winds of up to 60 km/h, which may lead to minor disruptions in travel and outdoor activities. The IMD warns that heavy rainfall and isolated hailstorms are also anticipated in South Interior Karnataka on May 1. After May 2, rainfall in Bengaluru is predicted to decline, shifting towards more stable weather conditions.

Nationwide, the IMD reports that various regions will experience significant weather changes. The northeastern states, including Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, are expected to receive heavy rainfall until May 3, potentially causing flooding and transport disruptions. Meanwhile, eastern India, particularly West Bengal and Sikkim, will see widespread rainfall for seven days, with thunderstorms and gusty winds expected.

In North and Central India, areas like Jammu & Kashmir and Uttarakhand may experience rain and snowfall until May 6, while plains such as Punjab and Delhi will face thunderstorms and lightning. Central India will see isolated rainfall, but heatwaves will persist in regions like Vidarbha and Rajasthan. As for southern India, states including Tamil Nadu and Kerala will experience heavy rain until May 2, followed by a decrease in rainfall after May 3. Travelers are advised to plan ahead due to the anticipated weather disruptions.