Pune, 31 March 2026: City experienced intense unseasonal rainfall on Monday evening, bringing sudden weather changes across the city. Areas such as Hinjawadi IT Park, Baner, Pashan and Wakad witnessed heavy showers along with hailstorms after a hot afternoon.
The sudden downpour caused waterlogging in several parts of the city, with roads quickly turning muddy and difficult for commuters. Many areas were left struggling with poor drainage, a recurring issue during even short spells of rain.
In central Pune, strong winds and heavy rain led to trees being uprooted and falling onto footpaths. Incidents were reported near Balgandharv Chowk, JM Road and outside Balgandharv Rang Mandir, creating temporary disruption and raising safety concerns for pedestrians.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Pashan recorded 46 mm of rainfall, while Lohegaon received 36.2 mm. The rainfall was significant for this time of the year and caught many residents off guard.
The IMD stated that the weather shift is due to moisture incursion from the Arabian Sea combined with instability in the lower atmosphere. Such conditions are typical during the pre-monsoon period, and similar rain and thunderstorms are likely to continue in the city until April 3, especially during the evening hours.