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School holiday tomorrow, August 5: Will schools remain closed as IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for several states?

Heavy rainfall continues to impact several parts of the country, leaving parents and students eagerly awaiting updates on a possible school holiday on August 5, 2026. The uncertainty comes as weather conditions remain unpredictable in many regions.

IMD Issues Rainfall Forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall across multiple states. This has raised concerns about safety and daily disruptions, especially in areas prone to waterlogging and traffic issues.

No Nationwide Holiday Announced

As of now, no official announcement has been made regarding a nationwide school holiday. However, the situation remains dynamic, with authorities closely assessing weather developments.

IMD Weather Forecast for August 5

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall across several regions of the country on August 5, 2026. The forecast includes the possibility of intense showers in parts of central, northern, and coastal states, raising concerns about waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

State-wise School Holiday Updates for August 5, 2026

Delhi-NCR

Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad are likely to see cloudy conditions along with light to moderate rainfall in some areas. While a large-scale school closure is not anticipated at the moment, localized waterlogging and traffic snarls, especially during the morning hours, remain possible. As of now, schools are expected to operate as usual. Any decision regarding closures will depend on official advisories issued by the respective district authorities.

Kerala

Kerala remains under the influence of an active southwest monsoon, with widespread rainfall reported across the state. Several districts have witnessed heavy showers, waterlogging, and increasing river levels, raising concerns in low-lying areas. However till now there has been no official statement of schools getting closed.

Maharashtra

Many districts across Maharashtra are still experiencing intense monsoon showers. While there is no statewide school closure announced for August 5, district collectors may take decisions based on local weather developments.

Will Schools Remain Closed on August 5?

As of now, no state government has officially declared a school holiday due to rainfall for August 5. However, district administrations may take a call on closures based on local weather conditions and rainfall intensity.

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