Hailstorms in Rajasthan, Heavy Rains in MP, Cold Wave in Haryana, Snowfall in Kedarnath

February 19, 2026

The weather has changed in many states across the country. In Madhya Pradesh, over 20 districts, including Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Ujjain, have experienced thunderstorms and showers over the past 12 hours, increasing the chill.

An orange alert has been issued for heavy thunderstorms and rain in 11 districts of Rajasthan. A day earlier, intermittent rain fell throughout the day in more than 11 districts. The trauma center at SMS Hospital in the capital Jaipur was flooded, delaying several surgeries. Hail also fell in four districts.

Several areas in Haryana, including Hisar, have been warned of winds of up to 40–60 kmph and hailstorms. Bhiwani and Rewari in the state experienced light drizzle and hailstorms on Wednesday afternoon.

Meanwhile, in Uttarakhand, three districts, including Bageshwar and Rudraprayag, experienced snowfall. Additionally, seven districts received rain. Kedarnath in Rudraprayag received six inches of snow.

Weather Pictures Across the Country

• Jai Valley in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir was covered with snow.
• Hailstorm accompanied by heavy rain occurred in Jaipur on Wednesday evening.
• The cold increased in Mathura after rain on Wednesday night.
• There was light snowfall in Harsil on Wednesday morning.

State-wise Weather Conditions

The cold intensified in Rajasthan on Wednesday after hailstorms and rain. The daytime temperature dropped to 10 degrees Celsius and cold winds caused a chill. With clear skies and sunshine expected today, temperatures are likely to rise again.

Madhya Pradesh: Thunderstorms and Rain, Alert in 8 Districts

This February, the weather in Madhya Pradesh has changed for the third time. On Wednesday, rain lashed some areas while hail fell in others. Bhopal witnessed heavy rain with thunder and lightning. The Meteorological Department has issued a rain alert for eight districts, including Gwalior.

Haryana: Rain Brings Down Temperature

Rain in Haryana led to a sharp fall in daytime temperatures. According to the India Meteorological Department, the average maximum temperature dropped by 6.1 degrees Celsius. In Hisar, the mercury fell to 7.1 degrees. Cloudy skies and scattered light rain are expected through the day.