Wet spell forecast in Himachal till June 4; alert issued for thunderstorm
Himachal Pradesh is expecting a wet spell until June 4, with alerts issued for thunderstorms and gusty winds. The weather office has warned of light to moderate rain and snow in various districts, excluding Kinnaur and Lahaul and Spiti. Recent hailstorms have already affected the state capital and surrounding areas, leading to reduced visibility and travel disruptions.
- ▪A wet spell is forecast in Himachal Pradesh until June 4.
- ▪An alert has been issued for thunderstorms and gusts of 40-50 kmph across 10 districts.
- ▪Himachal Pradesh received 202.1 mm of rainfall during the pre-monsoon season, which is a 15 percent deficit compared to normal levels.
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Wet spell forecast in Himachal till June 4; alert issued for thunderstormThe inclement weather warning was issued for 10 districts, barring Kinnaur and Lahaul and Spiti, for Saturday (May 30).Updated on: May 29, 2026 10:20 PM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link The weather office here has forecast a wet spell in Himachal Pradesh till June 4, issuing an alert for thunderstorm, lightning and gusts at 40-50 kmph across the district, as a bout of severe hailstorm and rain lashed the state capital and adjoining areas on Friday evening.Shimla: People walk during rain at the Ridge, in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Friday, May 29, 2026.
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