With Dussehra falling on October 20, 2026, people across Punjab are keen to know whether rain could affect Ravan Dahan, local fairs and outdoor celebrations. The latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chandigarh, offers an encouraging outlook: no weather warning has been issued for Punjab for October 20 in the department’s bulletin dated October 19.
Sub-Divisionwise Warning
The forecast is particularly relevant for residents planning celebrations in major cities, including Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Patiala, Bathinda and other parts of the state. However, the absence of a weather warning does not guarantee that every location will remain completely dry.
Punjab City-Wise Weather Outlook
The IMD Chandigarh website lists weather observations and forecast services for several locations across Punjab. These include Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib, Bathinda, Ferozepore, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Pathankot and Patiala.
The statewide bulletin also lists no warning for Punjab on Dussehra. However, the forecast information reviewed does not establish identical sky conditions or temperatures for every city listed above. Residents should therefore check their respective city forecasts before making plans.
Will Rain Affect Dussehra Celebrations?
For now, the available IMD information offers reassurance to people planning Dussehra celebrations across Punjab. With no statewide weather warning for October 20 , the outlook is favourable for outdoor festivities in at least some parts of the state.
People heading out for Ravan Dahan, Dussehra fairs and community celebrations should still check for updated local forecasts, particularly if events are scheduled for the evening.
Bottom line: Rain is not currently flagged as a major concern in the available IMD Chandigarh bulletin for Dussehra, October 20. The final conditions may vary by location, so city-specific forecasts remain important.