IMD Warns Of Thunderstorms, Hail In Vidarbha, Marathwada & Other Parts Of Maharashtra From March 17–20; Farmers Advised Caution
· Free Press Journal

Mumbai: Farmers in Maharashtra may face fresh weather challenges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms, rainfall and possible hailstorms in several parts of the state over the next week.
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According to the weather forecast, between March 17 and March 20, many districts across the state may experience rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. The weather activity is expected to intensify between March 18 and March 20, with gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 kmph in some areas.
Mumbai, MMR To Face Third Heatwave Within A Week On March 13 And 14; Rainfall & Thunderstorms Warning For Interiors Of MaharashtraThe regions likely to be most affected include Vidarbha, Marathwada, Khandesh and parts of Central Maharashtra. Meteorologists have also warned that some sensitive pockets in these regions could witness hailstorms, raising concerns about possible crop damage.
The alert comes at a crucial time for farmers, as rabi crops across the state are currently in the final stage of harvesting. Unseasonal rainfall during this period could damage crops that are ready for harvest, potentially affecting farmers’ yields and income.
राज्यात चार दिवस वादळी पाऊस आणि गारपिटीची शक्यता
— CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) March 13, 2026
राज्यातील काही भागांमध्ये 17 ते 20 मार्च दरम्यान मेघगर्जनेसह पाऊस, विजांचा कडकडाट आणि वादळी वाऱ्यांची शक्यता हवामान विभागाने व्यक्त केली आहे. हा परिणाम प्रामुख्याने विदर्भ, मराठवाडा, खानदेश आणि मध्य महाराष्ट्रातील काही भागांमध्ये…
Farmers Advised To Store Harvest In Safe Locations
In view of the forecast, the state’s agriculture department and the official account of CMO Maharashtra issued advisories cautioning that several parts of the state could witness thunder, lightning and gusty winds during the period and urging farmers to take precautionary measures.
Farmers have been advised to store harvested crops in safe locations or keep them covered to protect them from rain and strong winds. The department has also urged farmers to closely monitor updated weather forecasts and plan agricultural activities accordingly to minimise potential losses.
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