Satellite images show heavy rainfall approaching eastern Indian states

Recent thermal infrared imagery captured by the INSAT-3DS satellite reveals an extensive buildup of monsoon clouds sweeping across central and eastern India. This dense atmospheric activity signals an imminent return of intense rainfall, particularly for regions stretching from the Indo-Gangetic plains to eastern states like Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. Cloud formations are also visible over parts of Madhya Pradesh, indicating active weather systems capable of triggering severe thunderstorms.

Forecasters anticipate a highly uneven distribution of precipitation across the country over the coming days. Eastern India will likely experience active rainfall continuously through the first two weeks of September. Expected moderate to heavy showers in this belt will depend entirely on low-pressure movements interacting with the broader monsoon circulation. Conversely, western and southern parts of the country face a vastly different scenario. Much of South India, along with the northwestern and western territories, should prepare for notably drier conditions as the rain systems concentrate eastward.

Residents in the National Capital Region can expect fresh spells of scattered localized showers. Convective activity building up during daylight hours is likely to bring isolated thunderstorms between late afternoon and evening. These weather events remain exceptionally localized, meaning certain neighborhoods might face sudden, sharp downpours while adjacent blocks stay completely dry. Space-based tracking offers a clear view of this geographical divide, bringing a notably wet outlook for the eastern states while leaving other regional zones waiting for relief.

Satellite Image: 25th August 2026: 0600-0627 AM