Fog Surprise Tourists in Mount Abu
In an unexpected twist to the usual May heat, Rajasthan’s scenic hill station Mount Abu turned into a misty retreat overnight. On Sunday, skies suddenly turned overcast, followed by light rainfall that extended into the early hours of Monday. By morning, the hill station was wrapped in thick fog, forcing vehicles to switch on headlights even in broad daylight. While the weather disrupted traffic, tourists appeared thrilled by the rare off-season chill.
Fog Surprise Tourists in Mount Abu
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more of this weather magic, with cloudy skies, rain, and possible thunderstorms expected in Mount Abu until May 10. An orange alert has been issued for May 5-7 for parts of Rajasthan, signalling potentially intense weather activity.
Fog Surprise Tourists in Mount Abu
But Mount Abu wasn’t alone in experiencing this dramatic weather. States across north-west and central India including Punjab, Jammu, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, and parts of Rajasthan were also hit by gusty winds and thunderstorms. Hailstorms stunned residents in Uttarakhand, West Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, while Meghalaya and Odisha faced heavy downpours.
Fog Surprise Tourists in Mount Abu
Looking ahead, the IMD expects rainfall and thunderstorms to persist across Northwest India for the next four to five days. Afterward, temperatures are likely to rise by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius.
Meanwhile, in Andhra Pradesh, Sunday morning rains in Vijayawada left several areas waterlogged. The city can expect more wet spells until May 7, with forecasts of light to moderate rains and occasional thunderstorms. Daytime temperatures, however, will remain hot, ranging between 41.5°C and 43°C. Authorities have advised people to avoid sheltering under trees and to stay cautious of strong winds and lightning.
Fog Surprise Tourists in Mount Abu
From unexpected fog in Mount Abu to waterlogged streets in Vijayawada, nature seems to be taking tourists and locals on a weather roller coaster this May.
