India, May 10 -- India is witnessing a dramatic weather split this May as northern and western states battle extreme heat while southern and eastern regions prepare for thunderstorms, lightning and heavy rain. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures in parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat have already crossed 44degC, while hill states continue to experience cold winds and isolated snowfall while this unusual contrast highlights how rapidly India's climate patterns are shifting during the pre-monsoon season.

Will it Rain or Snow in the Hills?

The Himalayan belt is expected to remain cooler than the plains over the next few days as Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand may witness light rainfall and is...