Shimla, May 1 -- Himachal Pradesh is set to experience a break from the summer heat as light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and even snowfall in higher altitudes are predicted over the next week.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the lower and mid-hill districts of the state, warning of possible thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.

Speaking to ANI, Shobhit Katiyar, Senior Scientist at the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, said light rainfall was recorded in three districts and more will continue across Himachal.

"Light rainfall was recorded in Kinnaur district, and in parts of Shimla and Sirmaur districts over the past 24 hours. Yesterday evening's forecast indicated this acti...