Amritsar – Punjab Weather Update: Yellow alert for tomorrow for Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, Strong Surface Winds, | AQI Warning | May 18, 2025 | IMD Forecast for the upcoming week

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Narendra Shah

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Weather Update for Amritsar

Here’s what’s happening in Amritsar on May 18, 2025. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), today’s high will be a hot 43.0°C and the low, a warm 25.0°C. The air quality index stands at 151, placing it in the ‘unhealthy’ category. Today, Amritsar will enjoy a primarily clear sky. However, take note, the IMD has issued a Yellow alert for tomorrow, signaling a chance of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and strong surface winds.

Here’s a quick look at today’s timings and forecast for the next week:

  • 🌅 Sunrise: 05:32
  • 🌄 Sunset: 19:22
  • 🌙 Moonrise: –:–
  • 🌑 Moonset: 09:50

Amritsar Weather Insights

  • Yesterday’s High: 41.6°C (a bit warmer than usual by 1.8°C)
  • Today’s Low: 25.0°C
  • No rainfall in the last 24 hours

Amritsar’s Air Quality Today

The Air Quality Index is at 151, marked as “Unhealthy“. The main culprit for this is PM25.

This means everyone could start feeling some health effects; those in sensitive groups might experience more severe reactions.

Alerts and Warnings for Amritsar – Amritsar

Date Warning Description Alert Level
2025-05-17 No Warning No alert
2025-05-18 No Warning No alert
2025-05-19 Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall, Strong Surface Winds Yellow alert
2025-05-20 No Warning No alert
2025-05-21 No Warning No alert

Amritsar – Amritsar Weather: FAQs

Is there rain in today’s forecast?
No, the forecast shows no rain today.

What time is sunrise in Amritsar today?
Sunrise is at 05:32.

What time is moonrise in Amritsar today?
Moon should be visible at around –:– today.

What is the source of this data?
The data is sourced from the IMD and aqicn.org.

What is the AQI today?
The AQI is 151, which is considered “Unhealthy“.

What is PM 2.5?
PM 2.5 refers to tiny particles in the air that are 2.5 micrometers or smaller in diameter, which is about 30 times smaller than the width of a human hair. Because they are so small, they can get deep into your lungs and even enter your bloodstream.
These particles come from sources like car exhaust, industrial emissions, fires, and dust. PM 2.5 is harmful because it can cause health problems, especially in the lungs and heart, leading to issues like asthma, lung disease, and heart attacks.

What Preventive Measures are being taken in High AQI Regions?
Stay indoors with windows closed and use an air purifier if possible. Avoid outdoor exercise, Avoid smoking, If the outdoor air improves (e.g., after rain), ventilate your home by briefly opening windows.
If you need to go outside, wear an N95 mask to block tiny particles.

Stay tuned for more updates on the weather in – Amritsar.

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