Delhi has crossed August's average monthly rainfall in just the first eight days of the month, with the Safdarjung Observatory registering 230.1 mm of rain so far. Between the start of the month till 8.30 am on Saturday, Safdarjung had recorded 225.7 mm of rainfall, while another 4.4 mm was recorded between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm, leading the cumulative rainfall to 230.1 mm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Delhi's mean total rainfall for August as per the 1991-2020 climatological period is 226.8 mm. The capital city also witnessed its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung recording 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am. Previously, the city witnessed more rainfall on August 1, 2024, with 107.6 mm. Similarly, Palam recorded 104.6 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am, the highest August rainfall the area has seen in a single day since at least 2011. This single day's rainfall accounted for more than half of Palam's average monthly total of 197.9 mm. South and central Delhi bore the brunt of the intense rainfall, prompting the IMD to issue red alerts for the region throughout the day. Pushp Vihar received 57 mm of rain during the day, while several other areas of the city also saw heavy downpours.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pellet-gun-is-being-carried-ranchi-police-deploys-precautionary-force-ahead-of-jharkhand-students-vidhan-sabha-gherao-march-1786324210182">'Pellet gun for emergency...': Ranchi police deploys 'precautionary' force ahead of Jharkhand students' 'Vidhan Sabha gherao' march</a> Across the capital, Ayanagar recorded the highest 24-hour rainfall at 115 mm, in the period ending 8:30 am on Saturday. Other areas followed with Palam (104.6 mm), Najafgarh (103.5 mm), Safdarjung (98.7 mm), Ridge (89.8 mm), Lodi Road (86.8 mm), Pusa (81.5 mm), Mayur Vihar (69.5 mm), and Rajghat (62.6 mm). Meanwhile, neighbouring Gurgaon recorded 96.5 mm of rain in the same 24-hour period, while Noida and Ghaziabad received 28.5 mm and 33 mm, respectively. The IMD forecast light to very light rain in parts of Delhi over the next two days.<h3>Delhi AQI 'satisfactory'</h3>Meanwhile, the Central Pollution Control Board confirmed that the 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of Delhi remained in the ‘Satisfactory’ category at 63 on Saturday, the same as the day before. For Sunday, the IMD has predicted generally cloudy skies with one or two spells of very light to light rain at several places, where moderate rain is likely at a few places towards night. The maximum temperature is also likely to be in the 33-35°C range; however, the minimum is expected to remain between 23°C and 25°C.

IMD confirmed that Delhi's mean total rainfall for August, per the 1991-2020 climatological period, is 226.8 mm. The capital city also witnessed its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung recording 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am. 

Delhi has crossed August's average monthly rainfall in just the first eight days of the month, with the Safdarjung Observatory registering 230.1 mm of rain so far. Between the start of the month till 8.30 am on Saturday, Safdarjung had recorded 225.7 mm of rainfall, while another 4.4 mm was recorded between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm, leading the cumulative rainfall to 230.1 mm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Delhi's mean total rainfall for August as per the 1991-2020 climatological period is 226.8 mm. The capital city also witnessed its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung recording 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am. Previously, the city witnessed more rainfall on August 1, 2024, with 107.6 mm. Similarly, Palam recorded 104.6 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am, the highest August rainfall the area has seen in a single day since at least 2011. This single day's rainfall accounted for more than half of Palam's average monthly total of 197.9 mm. South and central Delhi bore the brunt of the intense rainfall, prompting the IMD to issue red alerts for the region throughout the day. Pushp Vihar received 57 mm of rain during the day, while several other areas of the city also saw heavy downpours. Also read: 'Pellet gun for emergency...': Ranchi police deploys 'precautionary' force ahead of Jharkhand students' 'Vidhan Sabha gherao' march Across the capital, Ayanagar recorded the highest 24-hour rainfall at 115 mm, in the period ending 8:30 am on Saturday. Other areas followed with Palam (104.6 mm), Najafgarh (103.5 mm), Safdarjung (98.7 mm), Ridge (89.8 mm), Lodi Road (86.8 mm), Pusa (81.5 mm), Mayur Vihar (69.5 mm), and Rajghat (62.6 mm). Meanwhile, neighbouring Gurgaon recorded 96.5 mm of rain in the same 24-hour period, while Noida and Ghaziabad received 28.5 mm and 33 mm, respectively. The IMD forecast light to very light rain in parts of Delhi over the next two days. Delhi AQI 'satisfactory' Meanwhile, the Central Pollution Control Board confirmed that the 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of Delhi remained in the ‘Satisfactory’ category at 63 on Saturday, the same as the day before. For Sunday, the IMD has predicted generally cloudy skies with one or two spells of very light to light rain at several places, where moderate rain is likely at a few places towards night. The maximum temperature is also likely to be in the 33-35°C range; however, the minimum is expected to remain between 23°C and 25°C.

IMD confirmed that Delhi's mean total rainfall for August, per the 1991-2020 climatological period, is 226.8 mm. The capital city also witnessed its wettest August day in two years on Saturday, with Safdarjung recording 98.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am.&nbsp;

Delhi crosses August average rainfall in just 8 days, sees wettest month in 2 years: IMD

Delhi registered its warmest July night in five years on Friday as the minimum temperature reached 31 degrees Celsius, amid sweltering, humid conditions and a lack of rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the maximum temperature reached 38.8 degrees Celsius, marking 3.6 degrees above the seasonal average. The last time the highest nighttime minimum temperature was higher was on July 1, 2021, when it hit 31.7 degrees Celsius. For the upcoming period, the IMD has predicted a partly cloudy sky with chances of thunder and lightning. Additionally, Friday evening and night are expected to bring very light to light rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph. Location-specific data from various weather stations revealed that Lodhi Road recorded the highest maximum at 39.0 degrees Celsius (5.0 degrees above normal). Palam followed this at 38.5 degrees Celsius (3.3 degrees above normal), Ayanagar at 38.4 degrees Celsius (3.1 degrees above normal), and the Ridge station at 37.4 degrees Celsius (2.6 degrees above normal).&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/dipke-claims-to-have-been-beaten-up-detained-as-delhi-police-forcibly-remove-protestors-from-jantar-mantar-video-1784346107246">Dipke claims to have been 'beaten up, detained' as Delhi police forcibly remove protestors from Jantar Mantar | VIDEO</a><h3>IMD issues yellow alert</h3>Meanwhile, the weather office has issued a yellow alert for Saturday and Sunday, forecasting thunderstorms along with rain over the weekend. In addition, the national capital has recorded a minimum temperature of 31.0 degrees Celsius, 3.8 notches above normal. The minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 31.0 degrees Celsius, rising 3.8 notches above normal. Palam registered 29.1 degrees Celsius, 2.1 notches above normal, and Lodhi Road recorded 30.1 degrees Celsius, 4.1 notches above normal. The Ridge station was found with a minimum temperature of 25.6 degrees Celsius, 1.2 notches below normal, whereas Ayanagar logged 30.1 degrees Celsius, 3.6 notches above normal. On Friday evening, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 176, placing it within the “moderate” bracket. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) guidelines, AQI readings are classified into distinct health categories: 0 to 50 denotes “good” air quality, 51 to 100 is “satisfactory,” 101 to 200 is “moderate,” 201 to 300 signifies “poor,” 301 to 400 is deemed “very poor,” and any reading between 401 and 500 falls into the “severe” category.

The IMD has predicted a partly cloudy sky with chances of thunder and lightning for the upcoming period. Additionally, Friday evening and night are expected to bring very light to light rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph.

Delhi registered its warmest July night in five years on Friday as the minimum temperature reached 31 degrees Celsius, amid sweltering, humid conditions and a lack of rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that the maximum temperature reached 38.8 degrees Celsius, marking 3.6 degrees above the seasonal average. The last time the highest nighttime minimum temperature was higher was on July 1, 2021, when it hit 31.7 degrees Celsius. For the upcoming period, the IMD has predicted a partly cloudy sky with chances of thunder and lightning. Additionally, Friday evening and night are expected to bring very light to light rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph. Location-specific data from various weather stations revealed that Lodhi Road recorded the highest maximum at 39.0 degrees Celsius (5.0 degrees above normal). Palam followed this at 38.5 degrees Celsius (3.3 degrees above normal), Ayanagar at 38.4 degrees Celsius (3.1 degrees above normal), and the Ridge station at 37.4 degrees Celsius (2.6 degrees above normal). Also read: Dipke claims to have been 'beaten up, detained' as Delhi police forcibly remove protestors from Jantar Mantar | VIDEO IMD issues yellow alert Meanwhile, the weather office has issued a yellow alert for Saturday and Sunday, forecasting thunderstorms along with rain over the weekend. In addition, the national capital has recorded a minimum temperature of 31.0 degrees Celsius, 3.8 notches above normal. The minimum temperature at Safdarjung was recorded at 31.0 degrees Celsius, rising 3.8 notches above normal. Palam registered 29.1 degrees Celsius, 2.1 notches above normal, and Lodhi Road recorded 30.1 degrees Celsius, 4.1 notches above normal. The Ridge station was found with a minimum temperature of 25.6 degrees Celsius, 1.2 notches below normal, whereas Ayanagar logged 30.1 degrees Celsius, 3.6 notches above normal. On Friday evening, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 176, placing it within the “moderate” bracket. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) guidelines, AQI readings are classified into distinct health categories: 0 to 50 denotes “good” air quality, 51 to 100 is “satisfactory,” 101 to 200 is “moderate,” 201 to 300 signifies “poor,” 301 to 400 is deemed “very poor,” and any reading between 401 and 500 falls into the “severe” category.

The IMD has predicted a partly cloudy sky with chances of thunder and lightning for the upcoming period. Additionally, Friday evening and night are expected to bring very light to light rain, thunderstorms with lightning, and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph.

Delhi logs warmest July night since 2021; IMD issues weekend yellow alert for rain

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday (May 2, 2026) has predicted widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds over the northeastern and Eastern regions of India for the next five days, along with prolonged showers in the Southern region. IMD predicted that showers could disrupt transportation in several parts of the country, posing a threat to land, rail, and air travel. Northeastern regions are likely to be affected by widespread rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next five days. During the early days of this period, regions like Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. These regions are susceptible to flooding, reduced visibility, and landslides due to the hilly areas, which may affect roadways.<h3>Which other regions are likely to experience rain?</h3>West Bengal and Sikkim are also under a multi-day rain alert, with thunderstorms and strong winds expected to intensify between May 4 and 5. Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha are likely to see intermittent rain and thunderstorms over the next week. In some areas, thunder squalls with wind speeds reaching up to 70 km/h may occur, raising the risk of flight disruptions, train delays, and highway closures. Meanwhile, Jammu &amp; Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan are expected to witness scattered showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds through the first week of May. Isolated areas may also experience hailstorms and dust storms, particularly on May 4 and 5. These conditions could disrupt travel plans, especially for those heading to hilly regions, where landslides and road blockages are more likely during such weather. The central region, including Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, would experience isolated thunderstorms along with strong winds, whereas the south peninsula of India is likely to have continuous rains for a while. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh are likely to witness scattered to widespread rainfall with thunderstorms until at least May 6. Heavy rainfall is expected over Kerala and Tamil Nadu through May 8, after which coastal Andhra Pradesh and Telangana may see intense showers around May 5–6. Meanwhile, parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh may initially face heatwave conditions, while Tamil Nadu, especially its coastal regions, could experience hot and humid weather.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-judge-found-dead-inside-bathroom-at-green-park-residence-1777740591183">Delhi judge found dead inside bathroom at Green Park residence</a>

Isolated areas may also experience hailstorms and dust storms, particularly on May 4 and 5. These conditions could disrupt travel plans, especially for those heading to hilly regions, where landslides and road blockages are more likely during such weather.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday (May 2, 2026) has predicted widespread rains, thunderstorms, and high winds over the northeastern and Eastern regions of India for the next five days, along with prolonged showers in the Southern region. IMD predicted that showers could disrupt transportation in several parts of the country, posing a threat to land, rail, and air travel. Northeastern regions are likely to be affected by widespread rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next five days. During the early days of this period, regions like Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall. These regions are susceptible to flooding, reduced visibility, and landslides due to the hilly areas, which may affect roadways. Which other regions are likely to experience rain? West Bengal and Sikkim are also under a multi-day rain alert, with thunderstorms and strong winds expected to intensify between May 4 and 5. Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha are likely to see intermittent rain and thunderstorms over the next week. In some areas, thunder squalls with wind speeds reaching up to 70 km/h may occur, raising the risk of flight disruptions, train delays, and highway closures. Meanwhile, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan are expected to witness scattered showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds through the first week of May. Isolated areas may also experience hailstorms and dust storms, particularly on May 4 and 5. These conditions could disrupt travel plans, especially for those heading to hilly regions, where landslides and road blockages are more likely during such weather. The central region, including Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, would experience isolated thunderstorms along with strong winds, whereas the south peninsula of India is likely to have continuous rains for a while. Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh are likely to witness scattered to widespread rainfall with thunderstorms until at least May 6. Heavy rainfall is expected over Kerala and Tamil Nadu through May 8, after which coastal Andhra Pradesh and Telangana may see intense showers around May 5–6. Meanwhile, parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh may initially face heatwave conditions, while Tamil Nadu, especially its coastal regions, could experience hot and humid weather. Also read: Delhi judge found dead inside bathroom at Green Park residence

Isolated areas may also experience hailstorms and dust storms, particularly on May 4 and 5. These conditions could disrupt travel plans, especially for those heading to hilly regions, where landslides and road blockages are more likely during such weather.

IMD issues nationwide alert: Rain, storms, and strong winds to hit THESE regions - Check details inside

Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Wednesday (March 18), bringing much-needed relief from a recent spell of rising temperatures and humid conditions. Light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, was reported across different areas of New Delhi, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures. Residents experienced cloudy skies and intermittent showers, with some areas also witnessing brief spells of strong winds. Meanwhile, similar weather conditions were observed in parts of Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, where rainfall offered respite to locals from the ongoing heat. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours. On March 19, officials predict generally cloudy skies with initial spells of very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in the forenoon, followed by one or two additional spells of light rain in the afternoon and evening. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, are also expected. "While a slight rise of 1-2°C in maximum temperatures is expected within the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Department forecasts a gradual and significant fall of 4-6°C over the subsequent three days. Overall, maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 'below normal' (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) and 'normal' levels throughout the coming week," the RMC stated. The weather advisory extends across the entire NCR, including satellite cities such as Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. The forecast mirrors the capital's outlook: generally cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely through March 20. The meteorological department has placed these districts under a 'Yellow' alert, advising residents to remain cautious of lightning and gusty winds, particularly during the evening hours. "This change comes after a relatively warm period for the capital. In the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Delhi settled in the range of 32-34°C, which is roughly 1.6°C to 3.0°C above the seasonal normal at several locations. Safdarjung, the city's primary weather station, recorded a high of 33.6°C, while minimum temperatures remained steady between 16-18°C," the RMC further added. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, forecasting a slight drop in temperature. The air quality remained in the "poor" category. On X, the IMD stated, "Orange colour nowcast for north Rajasthan districts for light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) during the next three hours. A yellow colour alert has been issued for light rainfall over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh, and West Madhya Pradesh during the next three hours."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kill-anyone-in-sight-israel-authorises-its-military-to-kill-any-high-ranking-iranian-officials-1773833858920">Kill anyone in sight: Israel authorises its military to kill any high-ranking Iranian officials</a> The department further noted that light rainfall or drizzle was "very likely" across Delhi and NCR on Wednesday, with gusty winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph expected in the afternoon. Light rainfall is also predicted over parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in the next two hours. Areas likely to be affected include Sonipat, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendargarh, Sohana, Rewari, Palwal, Narnaul, Bawal, Nuh, Aurangabad, and Hodal in Haryana; Bagpat, Khekra, Modinagar, and Pilakhua in Uttar Pradesh; and Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Alwar, Viratnagar, Nagar, Laxmangarh, and Rajgarh in Rajasthan. The showers follow an unusually warm spell that pushed temperatures well above seasonal norms. Delhi recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Monday, the hottest day of the year so far, about 7°C above the seasonal average.&nbsp;(Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours.

Rain lashed several parts of the national capital on Wednesday (March 18), bringing much-needed relief from a recent spell of rising temperatures and humid conditions. Light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, was reported across different areas of New Delhi, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures. Residents experienced cloudy skies and intermittent showers, with some areas also witnessing brief spells of strong winds. Meanwhile, similar weather conditions were observed in parts of Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, where rainfall offered respite to locals from the ongoing heat. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours. On March 19, officials predict generally cloudy skies with initial spells of very light rain or drizzle, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in the forenoon, followed by one or two additional spells of light rain in the afternoon and evening. Strong surface winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, are also expected. "While a slight rise of 1-2°C in maximum temperatures is expected within the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Department forecasts a gradual and significant fall of 4-6°C over the subsequent three days. Overall, maximum temperatures are expected to hover between 'below normal' (-1.6°C to -3.0°C) and 'normal' levels throughout the coming week," the RMC stated. The weather advisory extends across the entire NCR, including satellite cities such as Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad. The forecast mirrors the capital's outlook: generally cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely through March 20. The meteorological department has placed these districts under a 'Yellow' alert, advising residents to remain cautious of lightning and gusty winds, particularly during the evening hours. "This change comes after a relatively warm period for the capital. In the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Delhi settled in the range of 32-34°C, which is roughly 1.6°C to 3.0°C above the seasonal normal at several locations. Safdarjung, the city's primary weather station, recorded a high of 33.6°C, while minimum temperatures remained steady between 16-18°C," the RMC further added. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for the day, forecasting a slight drop in temperature. The air quality remained in the "poor" category. On X, the IMD stated, "Orange colour nowcast for north Rajasthan districts for light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) during the next three hours. A yellow colour alert has been issued for light rainfall over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh, and West Madhya Pradesh during the next three hours." Also Read: Kill anyone in sight: Israel authorises its military to kill any high-ranking Iranian officials The department further noted that light rainfall or drizzle was "very likely" across Delhi and NCR on Wednesday, with gusty winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph expected in the afternoon. Light rainfall is also predicted over parts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan in the next two hours. Areas likely to be affected include Sonipat, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendargarh, Sohana, Rewari, Palwal, Narnaul, Bawal, Nuh, Aurangabad, and Hodal in Haryana; Bagpat, Khekra, Modinagar, and Pilakhua in Uttar Pradesh; and Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Alwar, Viratnagar, Nagar, Laxmangarh, and Rajgarh in Rajasthan. The showers follow an unusually warm spell that pushed temperatures well above seasonal norms. Delhi recorded a maximum of 31.6°C on Monday, the hottest day of the year so far, about 7°C above the seasonal average. (Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Delhi-NCR is expected to witness a shift in weather over the next 48 hours.

Showers bring respite in Delhi; IMD issues yellow alert in the national capital

Delhi has experienced the warmest and the most polluted February in three years. The mercury on Friday stood at 31.9 degrees Celsius, marking six degrees above normal. The unusually warming of national capital on this month is likely due to the absence of active western disturbances. The average maximum temperature in February stood at 27 degrees Celsius (°C), which was 2.8 degrees higher to the long-period average (LPA) of 24.2°C for February. This temperature is considered as the highest from the average maximum since February 2023, during which it was 28.2°C, according to a report in HT. Meanwhile, air quality of Delhi also deteriorated along with the increase in the temperature. So far, the average air quality index (AQI) of February in 2026 stood at 232, marking the highest since it was 237 in 2023. The average AQI of February in 2015 was 214, 218 in 2024, 225 in 2022, 288 in 2021 and 241 in 2020.<h3>Effect of weak western disturbances</h3>Experts linked the recent surge in temperature and pollution to a severe rainfall shortfall. The data of India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Delhi has received just 0.5mm of rain this month, far below the normal of 21.3mm. Weak western disturbances over the Himalayan region have have led to minimal snowfall in the mountains and little to no rainfall across the plains. “We only saw patchy and isolated drizzle in Delhi on a couple of days. Though the maximum briefly dipped due to overcast skies, it did not lead to any significant cooling,” said Mahesh Palawat, vice-president at Skymet adding that the lack of rainfall also results in rise of pollution levels of Delhi. “If there is a decent spell of rain, pollutants settle due to the washout effect. We did not see this in February," he added. A similar trend occurred in February 2025, when the average maximum temperature reached 26.7°C and rainfall was just 1.4 mm. By comparison, February 2024 recorded 32.5 mm of rain, which kept the average high at a lower 24.4°C and supported relatively improved air quality. In 2023, Delhi experienced no rainfall at all, with the average maximum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, the highest recorded in 15 years. &nbsp;

The average maximum temperature in February stood at 27 degrees Celsius (°C), which was 2.8 degrees higher to the long-period average (LPA) of 24.2°C for February. This temperature is considered as the highest from the average maximum since February 2023.

Delhi has experienced the warmest and the most polluted February in three years. The mercury on Friday stood at 31.9 degrees Celsius, marking six degrees above normal. The unusually warming of national capital on this month is likely due to the absence of active western disturbances. The average maximum temperature in February stood at 27 degrees Celsius (°C), which was 2.8 degrees higher to the long-period average (LPA) of 24.2°C for February. This temperature is considered as the highest from the average maximum since February 2023, during which it was 28.2°C, according to a report in HT. Meanwhile, air quality of Delhi also deteriorated along with the increase in the temperature. So far, the average air quality index (AQI) of February in 2026 stood at 232, marking the highest since it was 237 in 2023. The average AQI of February in 2015 was 214, 218 in 2024, 225 in 2022, 288 in 2021 and 241 in 2020. Effect of weak western disturbances Experts linked the recent surge in temperature and pollution to a severe rainfall shortfall. The data of India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed that Delhi has received just 0.5mm of rain this month, far below the normal of 21.3mm. Weak western disturbances over the Himalayan region have have led to minimal snowfall in the mountains and little to no rainfall across the plains. “We only saw patchy and isolated drizzle in Delhi on a couple of days. Though the maximum briefly dipped due to overcast skies, it did not lead to any significant cooling,” said Mahesh Palawat, vice-president at Skymet adding that the lack of rainfall also results in rise of pollution levels of Delhi. “If there is a decent spell of rain, pollutants settle due to the washout effect. We did not see this in February," he added. A similar trend occurred in February 2025, when the average maximum temperature reached 26.7°C and rainfall was just 1.4 mm. By comparison, February 2024 recorded 32.5 mm of rain, which kept the average high at a lower 24.4°C and supported relatively improved air quality. In 2023, Delhi experienced no rainfall at all, with the average maximum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, the highest recorded in 15 years.

The average maximum temperature in February stood at 27 degrees Celsius (°C), which was 2.8 degrees higher to the long-period average (LPA) of 24.2°C for February. This temperature is considered as the highest from the average maximum since February 2023.

Delhi records warmest, most polluted February in three years; temperature soars to 31.9°C

Delhi finally got some clean air to breath after air quality improved to ‘poor’ category on Saturday. The Air Quality Index (AQI) registered at around 7:00 AM was 222, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. Strong winds and favourable meteorological conditions are behind the improved air quality in Delhi and it adjoining areas like Noida, Gurugram and Faridabad.Following the improvement in air quality, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday revoked GRAP Stage-3 curbs in the Delhi-NCR region.<h2>What are the AQI categories?</h2>0-50: Good51-100: Satisfactory101-200: Moderate201-300: Poor301-400: Very Poor401-500: Severe<h2>Major contributor: Transport pollution</h2>Transport remains the largest contributor to Delhi’s pollution, responsible for 18.4% of emissions on Tuesday. It was followed by emissions from nearby industries (9.2%) and neighbouring cities, including Noida (8.2%), Ghaziabad (4.6%), Baghpat (6.2%), Panipat (3.3%), and Gurugram (2.9%). It is expected that transport emissions will account for 15.6% of the city’s pollution on Wednesday.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/madhya-pradesh-suspends-2-officials-as-indore-water-contamination-kills-5-hospitalises-210-1767408150655">Madhya Pradesh suspends 2 officials as Indore water contamination kills 5, hospitalises 210</a><h2>Cold wave forecast for Delhi-NCR</h2>However, there is prediction of minimum temperature dropping further and settling around 6 degrees Celsius for the next couple of days, which is a drop of 2-3 degrees from the night temperature observed on Friday.&nbsp;Now, the India Meteorological Department has forecast cold wave conditions in some parts of the city till January 6. A cold wave is declared when the night temperature drops below the average by 4.5 degrees Celsius to 6.5 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;On Saturday the national capital will see the night temperature settle close to 7 degrees, while the day temperature is likely to settle close to 18 degrees.&nbsp;

The minimum temperature in Delhi is expected to drop further and settling around 6 degrees Celsius for the next couple of days, leading to cold wave conditions.

Delhi finally got some clean air to breath after air quality improved to ‘poor’ category on Saturday. The Air Quality Index (AQI) registered at around 7:00 AM was 222, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. Strong winds and favourable meteorological conditions are behind the improved air quality in Delhi and it adjoining areas like Noida, Gurugram and Faridabad. Following the improvement in air quality, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday revoked GRAP Stage-3 curbs in the Delhi-NCR region. What are the AQI categories? 0-50: Good 51-100: Satisfactory 101-200: Moderate 201-300: Poor 301-400: Very Poor 401-500: Severe Major contributor: Transport pollution Transport remains the largest contributor to Delhi’s pollution, responsible for 18.4% of emissions on Tuesday. It was followed by emissions from nearby industries (9.2%) and neighbouring cities, including Noida (8.2%), Ghaziabad (4.6%), Baghpat (6.2%), Panipat (3.3%), and Gurugram (2.9%). It is expected that transport emissions will account for 15.6% of the city’s pollution on Wednesday. ALSO READ: Madhya Pradesh suspends 2 officials as Indore water contamination kills 5, hospitalises 210 Cold wave forecast for Delhi-NCR However, there is prediction of minimum temperature dropping further and settling around 6 degrees Celsius for the next couple of days, which is a drop of 2-3 degrees from the night temperature observed on Friday. Now, the India Meteorological Department has forecast cold wave conditions in some parts of the city till January 6. A cold wave is declared when the night temperature drops below the average by 4.5 degrees Celsius to 6.5 degrees Celsius. On Saturday the national capital will see the night temperature settle close to 7 degrees, while the day temperature is likely to settle close to 18 degrees.

The minimum temperature in Delhi is expected to drop further and settling around 6 degrees Celsius for the next couple of days, leading to cold wave conditions.

Delhi air quality improves but cold wave condition to hit city for next 3 days

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) decided to revoke Stage-III measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region on Friday (January 2), following a significant improvement in Delhi's air quality. As of 4 pm on January 2, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) had decreased from 380 the previous day to 236, reflecting a steady decline. In response to this positive change, the CAQM’s GRAP sub-committee announced the immediate removal of all Stage-III restrictions across the NCR.&nbsp;“Keeping in view the prevailing trend of air quality, the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP decides to revoke all actions as envisaged under Stage-III of the extant GRAP, with immediate effect, in the entire NCR,” the order read.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-foreign-minister-s-jaishankar-counters-china-s-claim-over-arunachal-pradesh-1767358150787">India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar counters China's claim over Arunachal Pradesh</a>&nbsp;However, the update made it clear that preventive measures and regulations outlined under GRAP’s Stage I and Stage II would remain active to prevent any future air quality deterioration. "The AQI of Delhi, which was recorded as 380 on Thursday, has significantly improved and recorded 236 at 4 pm on Friday, exhibiting a trend. Keeping in view the prevailing trend of air quality, the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP decides to revoke all actions as envisaged under Stage-3 of the extant GRAP, with immediate effect, in the entire NCR," an official said. "All actions under Stages 1 and 2 of extant GRAP to remain in force in NCR," the official added.&nbsp;The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that Delhi's temperature was around 11°C on Friday (January 2) morning, with very dense fog in the early hours. The fog was expected to persist throughout the day, though the weather is anticipated to improve starting Saturday (January 3). According to IMD, Friday’s temperatures in Delhi were predicted to vary between 15°C and 17°C for the maximum, and 9°C to 11°C for the minimum. While the minimum temperature will be 2°C to 4°C higher than usual, the maximum temperature is expected to remain significantly below the normal range.

New Year present for Delhiites as air quality improves, stage-III GRAP restrictions revoked

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) decided to revoke Stage-III measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the National Capital Region on Friday (January 2), following a significant improvement in Delhi's air quality. As of 4 pm on January 2, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) had decreased from 380 the previous day to 236, reflecting a steady decline. In response to this positive change, the CAQM’s GRAP sub-committee announced the immediate removal of all Stage-III restrictions across the NCR. “Keeping in view the prevailing trend of air quality, the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP decides to revoke all actions as envisaged under Stage-III of the extant GRAP, with immediate effect, in the entire NCR,” the order read. Also Read: India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar counters China's claim over Arunachal Pradesh However, the update made it clear that preventive measures and regulations outlined under GRAP’s Stage I and Stage II would remain active to prevent any future air quality deterioration. "The AQI of Delhi, which was recorded as 380 on Thursday, has significantly improved and recorded 236 at 4 pm on Friday, exhibiting a trend. Keeping in view the prevailing trend of air quality, the CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP decides to revoke all actions as envisaged under Stage-3 of the extant GRAP, with immediate effect, in the entire NCR," an official said. "All actions under Stages 1 and 2 of extant GRAP to remain in force in NCR," the official added. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that Delhi's temperature was around 11°C on Friday (January 2) morning, with very dense fog in the early hours. The fog was expected to persist throughout the day, though the weather is anticipated to improve starting Saturday (January 3). According to IMD, Friday’s temperatures in Delhi were predicted to vary between 15°C and 17°C for the maximum, and 9°C to 11°C for the minimum. While the minimum temperature will be 2°C to 4°C higher than usual, the maximum temperature is expected to remain significantly below the normal range.

The CAQM revoked Stage-III GRAP measures in Delhi after air quality improved, but Stage-I and Stage-II measures will remain in place to ensure ongoing air quality control

Delhi witnessed its coldest December day in six years on Wednesday, with 2025 ending on a sharp chill as the maximum temperature dropped to 14.2 degrees Celsius. As per data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city last saw a lower daytime temperature on December 31, 2019, when the maximum plunged to 9.4 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;The IMD said the maximum temperature on Wednesday was 14.2 degrees Celsius, around 6.2 degrees below normal and the lowest recorded this season. The minimum temperature stood at 6.4 degrees Celsius, about 0.4 degrees below the seasonal average.<h3>Third-lowest was on December 21</h3>Earlier this month, the second-lowest maximum temperature was recorded on December 20 at 16.9 degrees Celsius, followed by December 19. The third-lowest was on December 21, when the maximum temperature reached 18.1 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;"A cold day is declared when the minimum temperature falls below 10 degrees Celsius, and the maximum temperature remains about 4.5 degrees Celsius below normal," an IMD official said, news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;"Cold day conditions are expected to continue on New Year's Day as well. There is a slight chance of very light and isolated rain over Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) between Wednesday night and Thursday due to an induced cyclonic circulation over Punjab and Haryana," said Mahesh Palawat of Skymet.&nbsp;He added that colder conditions may develop from January 3 onwards as minimum temperatures could drop further, with cold northerly winds from the Himalayan region likely to travel towards the national capital. The weather office also said that shallow fog was witnessed in parts of the city during the evening hours. Meanwhile, Palam experienced visibility of nearly 600 metres, while Safdarjung reported visibility of about 800 metres between 8.30 pm and 9 pm, according to the IMD.&nbsp;

The IMD said the maximum temperature on Wednesday was 14.2 degrees Celsius, around 6.2 degrees below normal and the lowest recorded this season. The minimum temperature stood at 6.4 degrees Celsius, about 0.4 degrees below the seasonal average.

Delhi witnessed its coldest December day in six years on Wednesday, with 2025 ending on a sharp chill as the maximum temperature dropped to 14.2 degrees Celsius. As per data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the city last saw a lower daytime temperature on December 31, 2019, when the maximum plunged to 9.4 degrees Celsius. The IMD said the maximum temperature on Wednesday was 14.2 degrees Celsius, around 6.2 degrees below normal and the lowest recorded this season. The minimum temperature stood at 6.4 degrees Celsius, about 0.4 degrees below the seasonal average. Third-lowest was on December 21 Earlier this month, the second-lowest maximum temperature was recorded on December 20 at 16.9 degrees Celsius, followed by December 19. The third-lowest was on December 21, when the maximum temperature reached 18.1 degrees Celsius. "A cold day is declared when the minimum temperature falls below 10 degrees Celsius, and the maximum temperature remains about 4.5 degrees Celsius below normal," an IMD official said, news agency PTI reported. "Cold day conditions are expected to continue on New Year's Day as well. There is a slight chance of very light and isolated rain over Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) between Wednesday night and Thursday due to an induced cyclonic circulation over Punjab and Haryana," said Mahesh Palawat of Skymet. He added that colder conditions may develop from January 3 onwards as minimum temperatures could drop further, with cold northerly winds from the Himalayan region likely to travel towards the national capital. The weather office also said that shallow fog was witnessed in parts of the city during the evening hours. Meanwhile, Palam experienced visibility of nearly 600 metres, while Safdarjung reported visibility of about 800 metres between 8.30 pm and 9 pm, according to the IMD.

The IMD said the maximum temperature on Wednesday was 14.2 degrees Celsius, around 6.2 degrees below normal and the lowest recorded this season. The minimum temperature stood at 6.4 degrees Celsius, about 0.4 degrees below the seasonal average.

Delhi ends 2025 on freezing note with coldest December day in six years

Following a sudden change in weather, rain lashes Delhi-NCR on Tuesday after days of scorching heat. The showers brought much-needed relief from the heat after the capital had experienced its warmest September in six years. Light rainfall was witnessed in East Delhi’s Jafrabad area, and heavy rain was recorded in Noida and Ghaziabad.

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Monday has remained hot with strong sunlight and winds, recording the maximum temperature of 34.5 degrees Celsius, and the minimum of 25.7 degrees Celsius. The IMD has confirmed that changes in wind patterns are expected as a low-pressure area is forming over the Arabian Sea. As a result, the weather in the region is likely to remain variable with partly cloudy skies till October 3.&nbsp;The spell of rain comes as Delhi marks Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations in the city, sparking concerns that showers may disrupt pandals. Earlier in the day, the weather agency issued an alert for light rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds.&nbsp;The Met Office has forecast light rainfall in several parts of Delhi and the NCR. Rain is “very likely” in the capital and nearby areas, including Sonipat, Kharkhoda, Charkhi Dadri, Mattanhail, Jhajjar, Farukhnagar, Kosali, Mahendragarh, Sohana, Rewari, Palwal, Bawal, Nuh, Aurangabad, and Hodal in Haryana, along with Khatauli and Sakoti Tanda in Uttar Pradesh.

The IMD has confirmed that changes in wind patterns are expected as a low-pressure area is forming over the Arabian Sea. As a result, the weather in the region is likely to remain variable with partly cloudy skies till October 3.

Following a sudden change in weather, rain lashes Delhi-NCR on Tuesday after days of scorching heat. The showers brought much-needed relief from the heat after the capital had experienced its warmest September in six years. Light rainfall was witnessed in East Delhi’s Jafrabad area, and heavy rain was recorded in Noida and Ghaziabad.

The IMD has confirmed that changes in wind patterns are expected as a low-pressure area is forming over the Arabian Sea. As a result, the weather in the region is likely to remain variable with partly cloudy skies till October 3.

Delhi weather: Heavy rain brings respite to national capital after days of scorching heat, IMD warns of more showers

Delhi, the national capital of India, recorded an unusually hot day on Monday, with the minimum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, five degrees above normal and the hottest September morning in six years. The same temperature was reported on Sunday, signalling persistently hot nights at a time when temperatures typically begin to ease. The city last saw a higher September minimum in 2019, when 29.6°C was logged on September 12.&nbsp;The Capital also remained harsh under daytime heat, with the maximum temperature on Sunday rising to 38.1°C, three degrees above the seasonal average and the hottest September day in two years. The previous higher maximum was recorded on September 5, 2023, at 38.6°C.<h3>What is the reason behind the increase in heat in Delhi?</h3>Delhi has witnessed the hot spell due to the absence of rain-bearing systems because the Southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 24 — marking its earliest retreat since 2002. The national capital has witnessed the rise in temperature even after Northwest India saw 42% surplus rainfall this September, as per the report by the Indian Express.&nbsp;Following the early retreat of the monsoon, Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56 per cent and 76 per cent through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface. Persistent easterly winds kept humidity levels high, denying residents night-time relief.&nbsp;Over the past 24 hours, easterly winds with speeds up to 20 kmph have prevailed over the city, as per the IMD. The wind pattern has also aided air quality by preventing smoke from farm fires up north.&nbsp;The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) data indicated that 130 stubble-burning cases have been reported so far this season, with 90 in Punjab, 27 in Uttar Pradesh, 6 each in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh, and 1 in Rajasthan. Punjab and Haryana are frequently blamed for the increase in air pollution in Delhi after the harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November.&nbsp;It has begun emerging since September 15, impacting the air quality of Delhi. On September 29, 2025, a farmer was also booked from Dera Bassi under Section 223 in the season’s first FIR against stubble burning in Mohali, as per the report in the news agency PTI.&nbsp;On Sunday, Delhi’s 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was marked at 139 (“moderate”) at 4 pm, making a narrow improvement from Saturday’s 169, which was also the highest of the city since June 13.

Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56% and 76% through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface.

Delhi, the national capital of India, recorded an unusually hot day on Monday, with the minimum temperature climbing to 28.2°C, five degrees above normal and the hottest September morning in six years. The same temperature was reported on Sunday, signalling persistently hot nights at a time when temperatures typically begin to ease. The city last saw a higher September minimum in 2019, when 29.6°C was logged on September 12. The Capital also remained harsh under daytime heat, with the maximum temperature on Sunday rising to 38.1°C, three degrees above the seasonal average and the hottest September day in two years. The previous higher maximum was recorded on September 5, 2023, at 38.6°C. What is the reason behind the increase in heat in Delhi? Delhi has witnessed the hot spell due to the absence of rain-bearing systems because the Southwest monsoon withdrew from Delhi on September 24 — marking its earliest retreat since 2002. The national capital has witnessed the rise in temperature even after Northwest India saw 42% surplus rainfall this September, as per the report by the Indian Express. Following the early retreat of the monsoon, Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56 per cent and 76 per cent through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface. Persistent easterly winds kept humidity levels high, denying residents night-time relief. Over the past 24 hours, easterly winds with speeds up to 20 kmph have prevailed over the city, as per the IMD. The wind pattern has also aided air quality by preventing smoke from farm fires up north. The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) data indicated that 130 stubble-burning cases have been reported so far this season, with 90 in Punjab, 27 in Uttar Pradesh, 6 each in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh, and 1 in Rajasthan. Punjab and Haryana are frequently blamed for the increase in air pollution in Delhi after the harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November. It has begun emerging since September 15, impacting the air quality of Delhi. On September 29, 2025, a farmer was also booked from Dera Bassi under Section 223 in the season’s first FIR against stubble burning in Mohali, as per the report in the news agency PTI. On Sunday, Delhi’s 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was marked at 139 (“moderate”) at 4 pm, making a narrow improvement from Saturday’s 169, which was also the highest of the city since June 13.

Delhi’s soaring temperatures are being driven by clear skies that intensified daytime heating and high humidity that limited cooling at night. Relative humidity hovered between 56% and 76% through the day, with the moisture acting like a blanket and trapping heat near the surface.

Delhi feels the burn: Why the national capital is facing its hottest September in 6 Years

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi and adjoining areas on Tuesday afternoon as heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms continued to lash the national capital region. The warning of the weather agency is likely to remain in place for the next three hours.

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The latest data of the met department showed that moderate to heavy showers are expected across several parts of Delhi, South Haryana, East Rajasthan and North Gujarat. In addition, the weather department warned that the intensity of the rain might exceed 15 mm per hour in some locations, which could result in waterlogging and traffic disruptions.<h3>Airlines issue advisories</h3>Meanwhile, several Airlines, including SpiceJet and Air India, on Tuesday warned their passengers of potential delays and snags in flight operations due to continuous rainfall in Delhi NCR. Taking to social media platform X, airlines requested passengers to check their flight status in advance in their respective travel advisories.&nbsp;Air India said on X, “Persistent rain may affect flight operations to and from Delhi today. Please check your flight status at https://airindia.com/in/en/manage/flight-status.html before leaving, and allow extra travel time to the airport.”&nbsp;Spice Jet also said, “Due to bad weather in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status via http://spicejet.com/#status.”&nbsp;In the early hours of Tuesday, IndiGo Airlines also warned its travellers of heavy traffic due to rain and directed them to check their flight schedule before leaving for the airport. “It is a rainy start in Delhi, with gentle showers expected throughout the day. Though conditions are not severe, some roads may be slower than usual. If you are flying today, we suggest checking your flight status and setting out early,” the airlines said in a post on X.

After the ‘red alert’, the IMD warned that the intensity of the rain might exceed 15 mm per hour in some locations, which could result in waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi and adjoining areas on Tuesday afternoon as heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms continued to lash the national capital region. The warning of the weather agency is likely to remain in place for the next three hours.

After the ‘red alert’, the IMD warned that the intensity of the rain might exceed 15 mm per hour in some locations, which could result in waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

IMD issues 'Red Alert' for Delhi as heavy rains lash NCR, airlines warn of flight delays

From weeks of deficit to a surge of rain pushing August 2025 into the record books, the monsoon of Delhi has shifted dramatically this year. The national capital has had its second-highest August rainfall over a decade by late August. Across 11 rainy days, Delhi has witnessed 311.8 mm of rain in August, putting it just behind last year’s 390.3 mm in 17 days.&nbsp;August rains reflected moderate variation between 2018 and 2021, followed by two very dry Augusts in 2022 with 41.6 mm of rain and 91.8 mm in 2023. However, the recovery in 2024 and 2025 quickly shifted from deficit to surplus by August, according to the India Meteorological Department.&nbsp;As per the IMD, rainfall in Delhi rose exponentially this year, recording 553.8 mm of rain this season, 36 per cent above normal, remaining behind only Ladakh and Rajasthan. But surprisingly, Delhi witnessed rainfall season weak with only 56 per cent of rain, below normal in the week ending June 11. But, it received a slight 12 per cent surplus rain by June 18, and another 28 per cent deficit on June 25. However, July saw little improvement.&nbsp;The turnaround came as rainfall rose 13 per cent above normal in the week ending July 30. Between June to July, the city witnessed only one week above normal rainfall. August, however, showed a sharp rise, 26% above normal in its first week, followed by 35% by August 12 and 37% by August 20. These heavy spells erased the earlier deficits, pushing Delhi into one of its wettest monsoons in more than a decade.<h3>How AQI of Delhi shift with rain?</h3>Generally, Rainfall comes with clean air for the city, but the August data shows a mixed picture. In 2020, with 237 mm of rain, the AQI of Delhi dropped to 64, among the cleanest in the recent past. Similarly, in August 2024, the wettest in over a decade at 390.3 mm of rain, the AQI improved to 72.&nbsp;In contrast, dry spells kept pollution higher. In 2022 (41.6 mm rain) and 2023 (91.8 mm rain), AQI levels stayed elevated at 90+ and 116. This August, the AQI averaged around 91, an improvement over dry years, but not as clean as wetter ones.

The weather agency confirmed that rainfall in Delhi rose exponentially this year, recording 553.8 mm of rain this season, 36 per cent above normal, remaining behind only Ladakh and Rajasthan.

From weeks of deficit to a surge of rain pushing August 2025 into the record books, the monsoon of Delhi has shifted dramatically this year. The national capital has had its second-highest August rainfall over a decade by late August. Across 11 rainy days, Delhi has witnessed 311.8 mm of rain in August, putting it just behind last year’s 390.3 mm in 17 days. August rains reflected moderate variation between 2018 and 2021, followed by two very dry Augusts in 2022 with 41.6 mm of rain and 91.8 mm in 2023. However, the recovery in 2024 and 2025 quickly shifted from deficit to surplus by August, according to the India Meteorological Department. As per the IMD, rainfall in Delhi rose exponentially this year, recording 553.8 mm of rain this season, 36 per cent above normal, remaining behind only Ladakh and Rajasthan. But surprisingly, Delhi witnessed rainfall season weak with only 56 per cent of rain, below normal in the week ending June 11. But, it received a slight 12 per cent surplus rain by June 18, and another 28 per cent deficit on June 25. However, July saw little improvement. The turnaround came as rainfall rose 13 per cent above normal in the week ending July 30. Between June to July, the city witnessed only one week above normal rainfall. August, however, showed a sharp rise, 26% above normal in its first week, followed by 35% by August 12 and 37% by August 20. These heavy spells erased the earlier deficits, pushing Delhi into one of its wettest monsoons in more than a decade. How AQI of Delhi shift with rain? Generally, Rainfall comes with clean air for the city, but the August data shows a mixed picture. In 2020, with 237 mm of rain, the AQI of Delhi dropped to 64, among the cleanest in the recent past. Similarly, in August 2024, the wettest in over a decade at 390.3 mm of rain, the AQI improved to 72. In contrast, dry spells kept pollution higher. In 2022 (41.6 mm rain) and 2023 (91.8 mm rain), AQI levels stayed elevated at 90+ and 116. This August, the AQI averaged around 91, an improvement over dry years, but not as clean as wetter ones.

The weather agency confirmed that rainfall in Delhi rose exponentially this year, recording 553.8 mm of rain this season, 36 per cent above normal, remaining behind only Ladakh and Rajasthan.

Delhi records wettest August in over a decade? Know what the IMD data says

A fresh spell of rain lashed Delhi-NCR on Monday morning, accompanied by cloudy skies. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the day, warning of light showers and thunderstorms across Delhi. The IMD also warned of disruption in traffic movement in the national capital as intermittent rainfall is likely to continue throughout the day.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi wakes up to a fresh spell of rain over several parts of the National Capital. Visuals from ITO. <a href="https://t.co/HJDAt8mtt7">pic.twitter.com/HJDAt8mtt7</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1959780708941218183?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

As per the Regional Meteorological Centre in New Delhi, several areas of Delhi and nearby regions are likely to experience light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning. The region includes Gurugram, Greater Noida, Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh, and Bahadurgarh, along with several towns in Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh.<h3>Airlines issue advisory</h3>According to a report in India Today, the IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms until August 30 across Delhi. Meanwhile, after a fresh spell on Monday, several airlines issued travel advisories for their passengers.&nbsp;“Due to bad weather (heavy rain) in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status,” the SpiceJet stated on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeatherUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeatherUpdate</a>: Due to bad weather (heavy rain) in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status via <a href="https://t.co/2wynECZugy">https://t.co/2wynECZugy</a>.&mdash; SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) <a href="https://twitter.com/flyspicejet/status/1959771246708801681?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

IndiGo, and Air India also issued advisories for passengers on Monday over flight operations to and from Delhi following rain. "Rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi today. Please check your flight status before heading to the airport," wrote Air India on X.&nbsp;IndiGo advised the travellers to go for alternate routes due to the heavy rain in the national capital. "Due to today’s downpour, several roads across Delhi are currently blocked or experiencing slow movement. Please allow extra time, take an alternate route if possible, and check your flight status on our website or app before leaving for the airport," the airline wrote on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Travel Advisory 🚧⛈️Heads-up, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Delhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Delhi</a> travellers! Due to today’s downpour, several roads across Delhi are currently blocked or experiencing slow movement. Please allow extra time, take an alternate route if possible, and check your flight status on our website or app before…&mdash; IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndiGo6E/status/1959813527876591857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Several regions of Delhi and NCR are likely to experience light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre in New Delhi. The region includes Gurugram, Greater Noida, Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh, and Bahadurgarh.

A fresh spell of rain lashed Delhi-NCR on Monday morning, accompanied by cloudy skies. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for the day, warning of light showers and thunderstorms across Delhi. The IMD also warned of disruption in traffic movement in the national capital as intermittent rainfall is likely to continue throughout the day.

Several regions of Delhi and NCR are likely to experience light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre in New Delhi. The region includes Gurugram, Greater Noida, Faridabad, Manesar, Ballabhgarh, and Bahadurgarh.

IMD issues 'Yellow Alert' after fresh spell lashes Delhi-NCR, airlines issue advisory

Delhi experienced its coldest August day in at least 14 years on Saturday, with the maximum temperature dipping to 26.4 degrees Celsius, 7.8 degrees below the normal seasonal average, following incessant rainfall in the national capital.&nbsp;According to the news agency PTI, the available data since 2011 shows that the previous lowest August maximum temperature was 27.9 degrees Celsius, recorded in 2012. However, the IMD data for 2020 is not available. The continuous rain began around midnight on Friday and persisted through Saturday.&nbsp;As per the IMD, the city's main station, Safdarjung, experienced 78.7 mm of rain in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Saturday. Other stations also reported heavy showers. Pragati Maidan saw 100 mm, Pusa 69 mm, Lodhi Road 80 mm, and Palam 31.8 mm.&nbsp;In addition, under thick cloud cover and spells of rain, the maximum temperature of the national capital was 26.4 degrees Celsius, 7.8 degrees below normal, while the minimum settled at 23.8 degrees Celsius, 3.2 degrees below average.&nbsp;The IMD data indicates that this reading ranks among the 10 lowest maximum temperatures at Safdarjung station since 1969 for August. The weather department also predicted cloudy skies with more rainfall on Sunday.<h3>Delhi's weather forecast for the next 6 days:</h3>10 August: Rain accompanied by thunderstorms; temperature ranging from 29°C to 24°C with high humidity.&nbsp;11 August: Thunderstorms with rain; temperature between 33°C and 25°C with humid conditions prevailing.&nbsp;12 August: Showers with thunderstorms; temperature hovering between 32°C and 25°C, humidity to stay high.&nbsp;13 August: Moderate rain with cloudy skies; temperature between 33°C and 23°C with high humidity.&nbsp;14 August: Possibility of rain or thundershowers; Temperature to remain between 32°C and 23°C with humid weather.&nbsp;15 August: Rain or thundershowers; temperature between 32°C and 23°C, with continued humidity.

Safdarjung recorded 78.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Saturday. Other stations also witnessed heavy rains, including Pragati Maidan (100 mm), Pusa (69 mm), Lodhi Road (80 mm), and Palam (31.8 mm).

Delhi experienced its coldest August day in at least 14 years on Saturday, with the maximum temperature dipping to 26.4 degrees Celsius, 7.8 degrees below the normal seasonal average, following incessant rainfall in the national capital. According to the news agency PTI, the available data since 2011 shows that the previous lowest August maximum temperature was 27.9 degrees Celsius, recorded in 2012. However, the IMD data for 2020 is not available. The continuous rain began around midnight on Friday and persisted through Saturday. As per the IMD, the city's main station, Safdarjung, experienced 78.7 mm of rain in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Saturday. Other stations also reported heavy showers. Pragati Maidan saw 100 mm, Pusa 69 mm, Lodhi Road 80 mm, and Palam 31.8 mm. In addition, under thick cloud cover and spells of rain, the maximum temperature of the national capital was 26.4 degrees Celsius, 7.8 degrees below normal, while the minimum settled at 23.8 degrees Celsius, 3.2 degrees below average. The IMD data indicates that this reading ranks among the 10 lowest maximum temperatures at Safdarjung station since 1969 for August. The weather department also predicted cloudy skies with more rainfall on Sunday. Delhi's weather forecast for the next 6 days: 10 August: Rain accompanied by thunderstorms; temperature ranging from 29°C to 24°C with high humidity. 11 August: Thunderstorms with rain; temperature between 33°C and 25°C with humid conditions prevailing. 12 August: Showers with thunderstorms; temperature hovering between 32°C and 25°C, humidity to stay high. 13 August: Moderate rain with cloudy skies; temperature between 33°C and 23°C with high humidity. 14 August: Possibility of rain or thundershowers; Temperature to remain between 32°C and 23°C with humid weather. 15 August: Rain or thundershowers; temperature between 32°C and 23°C, with continued humidity.

Safdarjung recorded 78.7 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Saturday. Other stations also witnessed heavy rains, including Pragati Maidan (100 mm), Pusa (69 mm), Lodhi Road (80 mm), and Palam (31.8 mm).

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Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rainfall on Sunday, offering much-needed respite from the humidity. However, the incessant rain triggered waterlogging across multiple areas of the city, disrupting road transport and affecting flight operations.&nbsp;Several areas in the national capital, including Vijay Chowk, Connaught Place, Minto Bridge, Sarojini Nagar, AIIMS, Panchkuian Marg, Janpath, and Lajpat Nagar, experienced disruptions in normal life after intense rain. In addition, the heavy downpour also affected various areas of Noida and Gurugram.&nbsp;Several videos of waterlogging have surfaced on the internet, showing the public wading through waterlogged streets following the rain, disrupting traffic and pedestrian movement in the area.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">VIDEO | Heavy rains caused severe waterlogging in parts of Delhi. Visuals from Deoli Vidhan Sabha. (Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/dv5TRAShcC">https://t.co/dv5TRAShcC</a>) <a href="https://t.co/kR0s9gewpZ">pic.twitter.com/kR0s9gewpZ</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1951704547501670695?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>IMD predicts more rain in Delhi</h3>Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted incessant rainfall in the city along with a cloudy sky throughout Sunday. "Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by light thunderstorms and lightning is very likely to occur in NCR areas such as Bahadurgarh and Manesar," the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.&nbsp;The department added that "light rainfall is very likely to occur over the entire Delhi-NCR," including Hindon Air Force Station, Loni Dehat, Ghaziabad, Indirapuram, Chhapraula, Greater Noida, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Ballabhgarh.&nbsp;Additionally, on Saturday, Delhi experienced a maximum temperature of 33.7 degrees Celsius, which is 1.1 degrees below the seasonal average. And the city recorded a minimum temperature of 25.7 degrees Celsius, 1.4 degrees below normal. However, despite the rainfall and low temperature, the relative humidity remained high at 90 per cent as of 5:30 pm on Saturday.&nbsp;Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on July 29 hit out at the BJP-led government in Delhi, headed by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, over continuous waterlogging issues in the capital, according to a report by Indin news agency ANI.&nbsp;On the same day, AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj also criticised the Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena and Public Works Department Minister Parvesh Verma over their previous claims of effective waterlogging control measures.

Heavy rain triggered waterlogging in several parts of Delhi-NCR on Sunday, disrupting road transport and affecting flight operations. In the meantime, the IMD forecasted more rainfall in the national capital region. 

Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rainfall on Sunday, offering much-needed respite from the humidity. However, the incessant rain triggered waterlogging across multiple areas of the city, disrupting road transport and affecting flight operations. Several areas in the national capital, including Vijay Chowk, Connaught Place, Minto Bridge, Sarojini Nagar, AIIMS, Panchkuian Marg, Janpath, and Lajpat Nagar, experienced disruptions in normal life after intense rain. In addition, the heavy downpour also affected various areas of Noida and Gurugram. Several videos of waterlogging have surfaced on the internet, showing the public wading through waterlogged streets following the rain, disrupting traffic and pedestrian movement in the area.

Heavy rain triggered waterlogging in several parts of Delhi-NCR on Sunday, disrupting road transport and affecting flight operations. In the meantime, the IMD forecasted more rainfall in the national capital region.&nbsp;

WATCH: Delhi-NCR wakes up to waterlogged roads after incessant rain, IMD warns of more showers

After heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms lashed Delhi, prompting waterlogging and entering water in shops and warehouses, causing damage to goods in several areas of the National Capital on Tuesday morning. One of the worst-hit areas was Connaught Place (CP), popularly known as 'the heart of the city,' which experienced over 100.2 mm of rainfall within only two hours.&nbsp;Several visuals of the flooded road and commuters experiencing trouble while travelling also surfaced on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). A video of Connaught Place posted by Indian news agency ANI shows waterlogging near the market where several cars and motorcycles are submerged in the flooded road. People were also seen wading through the waterlogged road to access the market through the metro station.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Parking area waterlogged in a block of Connaught Place circle after Delhi receives heavy rain <a href="https://t.co/Dq0LikATFE">pic.twitter.com/Dq0LikATFE</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1950081582657626509?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The next visuals of Safdarjung Hospital show water accumulating in several places of the area, which is causing difficulties for patients and hospital staff. Several cars and bikes were seen submerged in the flooded road near the hospital.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">दिल्ली के सफदरजंग अस्पताल में जगह जगह पानी जमा होने से मरीज और अस्पताल स्टाफ काफी परेशानियों से गुजर रहे हैं। <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiRains</a> <a href="https://t.co/Eb0mosUr6a">pic.twitter.com/Eb0mosUr6a</a>&mdash; Hemant Rajaura (@hemantrajora_) <a href="https://twitter.com/hemantrajora_/status/1950082293323731039?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another visual from the 'Sadar Bazar' pop-up on X shows waterlogging in the largest wholesale market on Qutub Road with water up to the waist. Following the heavy rain, water entered shops and warehouses, causing damage to goods. The market was filled with items related to Raksha Bandhan, Independence Day, and Janmashtami.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heavy-rains-trigger-waterlogging-in-delhi-imd-issues-orange-alert-1753768160031">Heavy rains trigger waterlogging in Delhi, IMD issues ‘Red Alert’</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">सबसे बड़े थोक मार्केट सदर बाजार में कुतुब रोड पर कमर तक पानी भर गया. बारिश के बाद दुकानों और गोदाम में पानी जाने से माल का भी नुकसान. सदर में भरा है रक्षा बंधन, स्वतंत्रता दिवस और जन्माष्टमी से जुड़ा सामान.<a href="https://twitter.com/SandhyaTimes4u?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SandhyaTimes4u</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NBTDilli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NBTDilli</a> <a href="https://t.co/aMTyuE3xOu">pic.twitter.com/aMTyuE3xOu</a>&mdash; सूरज सिंह/Suraj Singh 🇮🇳 (@SurajSolanki) <a href="https://twitter.com/SurajSolanki/status/1950065308024099134?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A terrifying video of flooded streets was also witnessed in Kamla Nagar Market, which is a part of North Delhi.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">देखिए, उत्तरी दिल्ली में कमला नगर मार्केट का नजारा. बारिश की वजह से जलमग्न हुईं सड़कें. जहां देखो, वहां पानी ही पानी.<a href="https://twitter.com/SandhyaTimes4u?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SandhyaTimes4u</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NBTDilli?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NBTDilli</a> <a href="https://t.co/jHF3Hbn4ZA">pic.twitter.com/jHF3Hbn4ZA</a>&mdash; सूरज सिंह/Suraj Singh 🇮🇳 (@SurajSolanki) <a href="https://twitter.com/SurajSolanki/status/1950044499847020707?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Other impacted areas included Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, where streets were flooded, and vehicles struggled to navigate submerged roads in Pragati Maidan, as per the visuals shared by news agency PTI.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">VIDEO | Delhi: Heavy rainfall triggers waterlogging and traffic snarls in parts of the national capital. Visuals from Bahadurshah Zafar Marg.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiRains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeatherUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeatherUpdate</a> (Full video available on PTI Videos - <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/YjDnlgIMSw">pic.twitter.com/YjDnlgIMSw</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1950065167225766096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Delhi Traffic Police issue advisories&nbsp;</h3>Meanwhile, the Delhi Traffic Police issued several advisories after heavy downpours, warning commuters to avoid specific routes. The Azad Market Railway Underpass and Ram Bagh Road also experienced waterlogging, impacting traffic flow in the nearby areas. Vehicles coming from Rani Jhansi Road, Pul Mithai, Barfkhana, and Veer Banda Bairagi Marg were diverted.&nbsp;Commuters travelling from Singhu Border (NH44) toward Model Town or Kingsway Camp were directed to divert via Mukarba Chowk and Outer Ring Road and were also advised to use Road No. 51 and Azadpur Chowk for those heading in the reverse direction.

Delhi Rain: Multiple visuals of the flooded road and market surfaced on the Internet after heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms lashed several parts of the national capital. 

After heavy rains accompanied by thunderstorms lashed Delhi, prompting waterlogging and entering water in shops and warehouses, causing damage to goods in several areas of the National Capital on Tuesday morning. One of the worst-hit areas was Connaught Place (CP), popularly known as 'the heart of the city,' which experienced over 100.2 mm of rainfall within only two hours. Several visuals of the flooded road and commuters experiencing trouble while travelling also surfaced on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). A video of Connaught Place posted by Indian news agency ANI shows waterlogging near the market where several cars and motorcycles are submerged in the flooded road. People were also seen wading through the waterlogged road to access the market through the metro station.

Delhi Rain: Multiple visuals of the flooded road and market surfaced on the Internet after heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms lashed several parts of the national capital.&nbsp;

'Delhi under water': Heavy rain flood markets, hospitals, and roads in national capital—WATCH

Heavy rains lashed multiple areas of the National Capital Region (Delhi-NCR) on Tuesday morning, prompting disruption of traffic and waterlogging in several areas. Areas that experienced heavy downpours include ITO, Dhaula Kuan, Naraina, Patel Nagar, Vijay Chowk, Jangpura, and Rohini, as per the PTI report.&nbsp;The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed Delhi recorded 8 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Tuesday. In addition, the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.5 notch below the season's average.&nbsp;Visuals from Rajaji Marg shared by the Indian news agency ANI on its social media platform show commuters wading through rain-hit roads, and heavy rain is also triggering waterlogging at Delhi's Panchkuian Road.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Heavy rain triggers waterlogging at Delhi&#39;s Panchkuian Road, commuters face trouble <a href="https://t.co/pNIDQMkpOX">pic.twitter.com/pNIDQMkpOX</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1950045026538357003?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>IMD issues ‘Red Alert’</h3>The weather agency also issued a 'red alert' for 29 July, warning of more downpours in the coming days. The heavy rain prompted airlines to issue advisories warning passengers of possible delays due to gusty winds and inclement weather.&nbsp;In the meantime, IMD has predicted a cloudy sky with moderate rain, and the maximum temperature is likely to settle around 30 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;After heavy rain at 9 am on Tuesday, the air quality was recorded in the satisfactory category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 87, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Air India issued an advisory to passengers that flight operations might be affected. The airline said, "#TravelAdvisory: Gusty wind and rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi this morning."&nbsp;IndiGo also came up with a weather-related travel advisory informing customers to plan extra travel time to the airport.&nbsp;It wrote, "Travel Advisory A Rainy Day Reminder - With heavy rainfall expected over #Delhi, we're seeing a chance of delays and slower traffic to and from the airport. While we can't control the skies, we're doing everything possible to keep your journey steady on the ground. Please check your flight status and consider giving yourself a little cushion of time to reach the airport. We'll keep you posted and we're always around if you need help."

Delhi weather updates: Delhi recorded 8 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Tuesday. Additionally, the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.5 notch below the season's average, according to IMD.



Heavy rains lashed multiple areas of the National Capital Region (Delhi-NCR) on Tuesday morning, prompting disruption of traffic and waterlogging in several areas. Areas that experienced heavy downpours include ITO, Dhaula Kuan, Naraina, Patel Nagar, Vijay Chowk, Jangpura, and Rohini, as per the PTI report. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirmed Delhi recorded 8 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Tuesday. In addition, the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.5 notch below the season's average. Visuals from Rajaji Marg shared by the Indian news agency ANI on its social media platform show commuters wading through rain-hit roads, and heavy rain is also triggering waterlogging at Delhi's Panchkuian Road.

Delhi weather updates: Delhi recorded 8 mm of rainfall in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 am on Tuesday. Additionally, the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.5 notch below the season's average, according to IMD.&nbsp;

Heavy rains trigger waterlogging in Delhi, IMD issues 'Red Alert'

Delhi-NCR residents woke up to a fresh spell of heavy rain on Wednesday (July 23, 2025), causing waterlogging and traffic jams in Delhi during office hours. Following the heavy downpour, the weather department issued a red alert in northeast and southeast Delhi, predicting light to moderate showers for the national capital throughout the week.&nbsp;Delhi witnessed waterlogging in several parts due to the showers received after hours of downpour on Tuesday. The area near the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport also experienced heavy rain. However, flight operations were not disturbed due to bad weather, according to a report by India Today.&nbsp;Meanwhile, traffic jams were also witnessed in several areas, including South Delhi, ITO, and the Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road.&nbsp;“There is a possibility of light to moderate rain on Wednesday, accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. From Thursday, we will mainly see scattered very light to light rain,” an IMD official said. The IMD has also forecasted heavy downpours to continue near the foothills with the trough hovering there till July 24.<h3>IMD predicts moderate to heavy rain</h3>The latest India Meteorological Department (IMD) advisory highlights moderate to heavy rain likely to occur in the entire Delhi and NCR, along with light thunderstorms and winds gusting at a speed of around 30-40 km/h. In addition, parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness light to moderate rain throughout the day.&nbsp;The weather department also predicted that localised flooding of roads, waterlogging in low-lying areas, and closure of underpasses are likely due to the continuous rain. In addition, it also warned of minor damage to kutcha houses and huts.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a concern was raised after a potential spike in Yamuna water levels in Delhi after water discharge from the Hathnikund Barrage of Haryana, which has breached the 50,000 cusecs mark for the first time this monsoon.

The Indian Meteorological Department issued a red alert in northeast and southeast Delhi, predicting light to moderate showers for the national capital throughout the week.

Delhi-NCR residents woke up to a fresh spell of heavy rain on Wednesday (July 23, 2025), causing waterlogging and traffic jams in Delhi during office hours. Following the heavy downpour, the weather department issued a red alert in northeast and southeast Delhi, predicting light to moderate showers for the national capital throughout the week. Delhi witnessed waterlogging in several parts due to the showers received after hours of downpour on Tuesday. The area near the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport also experienced heavy rain. However, flight operations were not disturbed due to bad weather, according to a report by India Today. Meanwhile, traffic jams were also witnessed in several areas, including South Delhi, ITO, and the Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road. “There is a possibility of light to moderate rain on Wednesday, accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds. From Thursday, we will mainly see scattered very light to light rain,” an IMD official said. The IMD has also forecasted heavy downpours to continue near the foothills with the trough hovering there till July 24. IMD predicts moderate to heavy rain The latest India Meteorological Department (IMD) advisory highlights moderate to heavy rain likely to occur in the entire Delhi and NCR, along with light thunderstorms and winds gusting at a speed of around 30-40 km/h. In addition, parts of Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness light to moderate rain throughout the day. The weather department also predicted that localised flooding of roads, waterlogging in low-lying areas, and closure of underpasses are likely due to the continuous rain. In addition, it also warned of minor damage to kutcha houses and huts. Meanwhile, a concern was raised after a potential spike in Yamuna water levels in Delhi after water discharge from the Hathnikund Barrage of Haryana, which has breached the 50,000 cusecs mark for the first time this monsoon.

The Indian Meteorological Department issued a red alert in northeast and southeast Delhi, predicting light to moderate showers for the national capital throughout the week.

Waterlogging, traffic chaos in Delhi after fresh spell of heavy rain lashes NCR; IMD issues 'Red Alert'

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a yellow alert, forecasting heavy to very heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning across Delhi. It has also predicted thunderstorms and lightning with gusty winds at maximum surface speeds between 40 and 60 kmph in the national capital and adjoining areas during this time, according to a report by India Today.The weather shift is likely to bring relief from the prevailing humid conditions, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, as per the report in ET.The IMD data also confirmed the national capital recording a minimum temperature of 28.8 degrees Celsius, 0.8 degrees below the season's average. And, the relative humidity was measured at 80 per cent at 8:30 a.m.Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Sunday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82 at 9 am. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between 51 and 100 is marked as a satisfactory level, while 0-50 is considered good, and readings beyond 100 indicate varying degrees of pollution. Travellers have been urged to plan their journeys carefully, as short spells of rain may disrupt traffic in certain areas.<h3>IMD issues 'Red' alert</h3>While Delhi is expected to receive light rainfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for very heavy to extremely heavy showers in Himachal Pradesh on July 6, especially in the districts of Kangra, Sirmaur, and Mandi.This alert comes after a destructive week of monsoon activity in the region, which has resulted in at least 69 casualties and 37 people reported missing due to cloudbursts and flash floods.According to IMD’s Shimla station, the region is likely to see intense rainfall between July 5 and 9. In the past 24 hours, Aghar recorded the highest rainfall at 7 cm, followed by Sarahan and Shimla with 4 cm each, Nagrota Surian and Karsog at 3 cm each, Mandi with 2 cm, and Berthin, Baijnath, Dharamshala, and Jogindarnagar with 1 cm each.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The IMD data also confirmed the national capital recording a minimum temperature of 28.8 degrees Celsius, 0.8 degrees below the season's average. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Sunday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82 at 9 am.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a yellow alert, forecasting heavy to very heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning across Delhi. It has also predicted thunderstorms and lightning with gusty winds at maximum surface speeds between 40 and 60 kmph in the national capital and adjoining areas during this time, according to a report by India Today. The weather shift is likely to bring relief from the prevailing humid conditions, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 33 degrees Celsius, as per the report in ET. The IMD data also confirmed the national capital recording a minimum temperature of 28.8 degrees Celsius, 0.8 degrees below the season's average. And, the relative humidity was measured at 80 per cent at 8:30 a.m. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Sunday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82 at 9 am. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between 51 and 100 is marked as a satisfactory level, while 0-50 is considered good, and readings beyond 100 indicate varying degrees of pollution. Travellers have been urged to plan their journeys carefully, as short spells of rain may disrupt traffic in certain areas. IMD issues 'Red' alert While Delhi is expected to receive light rainfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for very heavy to extremely heavy showers in Himachal Pradesh on July 6, especially in the districts of Kangra, Sirmaur, and Mandi. This alert comes after a destructive week of monsoon activity in the region, which has resulted in at least 69 casualties and 37 people reported missing due to cloudbursts and flash floods. According to IMD’s Shimla station, the region is likely to see intense rainfall between July 5 and 9. In the past 24 hours, Aghar recorded the highest rainfall at 7 cm, followed by Sarahan and Shimla with 4 cm each, Nagrota Surian and Karsog at 3 cm each, Mandi with 2 cm, and Berthin, Baijnath, Dharamshala, and Jogindarnagar with 1 cm each.

The IMD data also confirmed the national capital recording a minimum temperature of 28.8 degrees Celsius, 0.8 degrees below the season's average. Meanwhile, the air quality of Delhi remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Sunday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 82 at 9 am.

Weather Updates: Delhi braces for heavy rain, thunderstorms as IMD issues 'yellow alert'

Delhi and its adjoining NCR region finally witnessed the onset of monsoon on Sunday (June 29) with light showers, bringing much-needed respite from the prolonged heat and annoying humidity. The several regions of the country have been covered with rain-laden clouds after the arrival of monsoon, nine days earlier than its expected date of July 8. Meanwhile, Delhi has experienced monsoon arrival two days after the normal scheduled date, June 27.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday confirmed that the monsoon has officially arrived, covering the entire India by June 29. “The monsoon has covered the entire country on June 29, 2025, against the expected date of July 8, 2025," the IMD said.The IMD also indicated that the advancement of the monsoon into the remaining areas of Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and all of Delhi on Sunday, marked the entry into the entire India. “The Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into remaining parts of Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh and Haryana and the entire Delhi today, the 29th June 2025. Thus, it covered the entire country on 29th June, 2025,” the IMD said in a statement on Sunday, HT reported.The monsoon in Kerala first arrived on May 24, before the scheduled norm, which later advanced northward, reaching Mumbai by May 26, the earliest in the region after 25 years. Although the seasonal monsoon reached Kerala on 24 May, making it the fourth earliest onset since 2001, its 36-day progression from the southern coast to Delhi has been the sixth slowest in the same timeframe.<h3>IMD issues 'yellow alert' for Delhi</h3>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi on Monday, predicting light to moderate rainfall. Light showers are expected to continue from 1 to 5 July. Meanwhile, several parts of northwest, central, eastern, and northeastern India are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next week, with isolated extremely heavy spells forecast for Jharkhand and Odisha on 30 June.Meteorologist Ashwary Tiwari, who runs the IndiaMetsky account on social media, said a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to increase moisture flow by Monday. “The low-pressure area will move over the axis and feed moisture, increasing its strength and depth. We can expect more rain over Delhi and other parts of northwest India on Monday,” he said.This year's monsoon progression has shown varied timing across regions. It began in Kerala on 24 May, eight days earlier than usual and the fourth earliest arrival since 2001. The rains reached Mumbai by 26 May, well ahead of the normal 11 June timeline, but paused in early June before picking up pace again from 16 June.The onset of the monsoon plays a significant role for the agricultural sector of India, on which at least 700 million people depend for their livelihood. It accounts for 70 per cent of the annual rainfall of India, proving crucial for yields of rice, wheat, oilseeds and sugarcane in a country where farming covers employment for most of the population residing in the rural areas, contributing about 15 per cent to the economy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday confirmed that the monsoon has officially arrived nine days earlier than its expected date of July 8. Meanwhile, Delhi has experienced monsoon arrival two days after the normal scheduled date, June 27.

Delhi and its adjoining NCR region finally witnessed the onset of monsoon on Sunday (June 29) with light showers, bringing much-needed respite from the prolonged heat and annoying humidity. The several regions of the country have been covered with rain-laden clouds after the arrival of monsoon, nine days earlier than its expected date of July 8. Meanwhile, Delhi has experienced monsoon arrival two days after the normal scheduled date, June 27. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday confirmed that the monsoon has officially arrived, covering the entire India by June 29. “The monsoon has covered the entire country on June 29, 2025, against the expected date of July 8, 2025," the IMD said. The IMD also indicated that the advancement of the monsoon into the remaining areas of Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and all of Delhi on Sunday, marked the entry into the entire India. “The Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into remaining parts of Rajasthan, West Uttar Pradesh and Haryana and the entire Delhi today, the 29th June 2025. Thus, it covered the entire country on 29th June, 2025,” the IMD said in a statement on Sunday, HT reported. The monsoon in Kerala first arrived on May 24, before the scheduled norm, which later advanced northward, reaching Mumbai by May 26, the earliest in the region after 25 years. Although the seasonal monsoon reached Kerala on 24 May, making it the fourth earliest onset since 2001, its 36-day progression from the southern coast to Delhi has been the sixth slowest in the same timeframe. IMD issues 'yellow alert' for Delhi The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi on Monday, predicting light to moderate rainfall. Light showers are expected to continue from 1 to 5 July. Meanwhile, several parts of northwest, central, eastern, and northeastern India are likely to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next week, with isolated extremely heavy spells forecast for Jharkhand and Odisha on 30 June. Meteorologist Ashwary Tiwari, who runs the IndiaMetsky account on social media, said a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to increase moisture flow by Monday. “The low-pressure area will move over the axis and feed moisture, increasing its strength and depth. We can expect more rain over Delhi and other parts of northwest India on Monday,” he said. This year's monsoon progression has shown varied timing across regions. It began in Kerala on 24 May, eight days earlier than usual and the fourth earliest arrival since 2001. The rains reached Mumbai by 26 May, well ahead of the normal 11 June timeline, but paused in early June before picking up pace again from 16 June. The onset of the monsoon plays a significant role for the agricultural sector of India, on which at least 700 million people depend for their livelihood. It accounts for 70 per cent of the annual rainfall of India, proving crucial for yields of rice, wheat, oilseeds and sugarcane in a country where farming covers employment for most of the population residing in the rural areas, contributing about 15 per cent to the economy.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday confirmed that the monsoon has officially arrived nine days earlier than its expected date of July 8. Meanwhile, Delhi has experienced monsoon arrival two days after the normal scheduled date, June 27.

Delhi finally welcomes monsoon showers; rainy season covers entire India 9 days early

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the onset of the southwest monsoon in Delhi on June 24, three days ahead of the usual date of June 27. Similarly, IMD has predicted the monsoon in Kerala on May 27, but it has arrived early on Saturday, May 24, eight days ahead of its usual onset date of June 1. Last time, India witnessed the early arrival of monsoon in 2009.The early monsoon has not only been witnessed in Kerala, but it has also advanced to the Lakshadweep area, the south Arabian Sea, parts of the west-central and east-central Arabian Sea, and some parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra. It has also covered the remaining areas of the Maldives and Comorin, several parts of Tamil Nadu, and the southwest and east-central Bay of Bengal, along with parts of Mizoram and the north Bay of Bengal.So, did you wonder why most parts of India are experiencing the early onset of the South-West monsoon in 2025? In addition, Delhi NCR also remained free of heatwaves due to frequent pre-monsoon showers in May and June.<h3>Why early South West monsoon in India this year?</h3>Basically, the early onset of monsoon in India this year is driven by favourable atmospheric and oceanic conditions, as a low-pressure area developed along the Arabian Sea with a trough line extending across Vidarbha. This low pressure prompted the inflow of moisture and atmospheric convection, which accelerated the advancement of the monsoon over the Indian subcontinent.A key indicator of the monsoon’s rapid advancement was its early arrival over the south Andaman Sea and nearby regions on May 13, significantly earlier than the usual date of May 21. This early onset set the stage for its quick progress toward Kerala. Contributing to this development were neutral El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) conditions, which generally favour a normal or stronger monsoon, unlike El Niño phases that tend to weaken rainfall across India. Additionally, lower snow cover in the Himalayan region, historically linked to stronger monsoon patterns, may have also played a role.<h3>What is El Niño</h3>El Nino is a natural phenomenon which refers to the large-scale ocean-atmosphere climate interaction which links to periodic warming in the temperatures of the sea surface across the central and east-central Equatorial Pacific. This phenomenon is directly linked to high pressure in the western Pacific, which adversely impacts the Indian monsoons that bring a catastrophic impact to agriculture in India.Due to El Niño, the cold surface water off the Peruvian coast gets warm. When the water is warm, there is a reversal of the normal trade winds, or they get lost. Later, the moisture-laden winds are directed towards the coast of Peru from the western Pacific (the region near northern Australia and South East Asia). As a result, heavy rains occurred in Peru during the El Niño years, ceasing the normal monsoon rains in the Indian subcontinent. Hence, when there is a larger temperature and pressure difference, the larger the rainfall shortage in India.<h3>Which key sectors benefit from the early monsoon?</h3>The early monsoon supports crucial sectors like agriculture, fisheries, and livestock, which heavily depend on seasonal rains, which play key roles in financially benefiting the people working under these sectors. A strong monsoon not only boosts preparedness for extreme weather and climate risks but also highlights the value of government spending on forecasting and weather-monitoring systems.Major efforts such as the Monsoon Mission and high-performance computing-based weather prediction models have, in recent years, enhanced resource planning, improved crop productivity, and helped minimise weather-related damages.&nbsp;

The early monsoon has not only been witnessed in Kerala, but it has also advanced to the Lakshadweep area, the south Arabian Sea, parts of the west-central and east-central Arabian Sea, and some parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra. 

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the onset of the southwest monsoon in Delhi on June 24, three days ahead of the usual date of June 27. Similarly, IMD has predicted the monsoon in Kerala on May 27, but it has arrived early on Saturday, May 24, eight days ahead of its usual onset date of June 1. Last time, India witnessed the early arrival of monsoon in 2009. The early monsoon has not only been witnessed in Kerala, but it has also advanced to the Lakshadweep area, the south Arabian Sea, parts of the west-central and east-central Arabian Sea, and some parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra. It has also covered the remaining areas of the Maldives and Comorin, several parts of Tamil Nadu, and the southwest and east-central Bay of Bengal, along with parts of Mizoram and the north Bay of Bengal. So, did you wonder why most parts of India are experiencing the early onset of the South-West monsoon in 2025? In addition, Delhi NCR also remained free of heatwaves due to frequent pre-monsoon showers in May and June. Why early South West monsoon in India this year? Basically, the early onset of monsoon in India this year is driven by favourable atmospheric and oceanic conditions, as a low-pressure area developed along the Arabian Sea with a trough line extending across Vidarbha. This low pressure prompted the inflow of moisture and atmospheric convection, which accelerated the advancement of the monsoon over the Indian subcontinent. A key indicator of the monsoon’s rapid advancement was its early arrival over the south Andaman Sea and nearby regions on May 13, significantly earlier than the usual date of May 21. This early onset set the stage for its quick progress toward Kerala. Contributing to this development were neutral El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) conditions, which generally favour a normal or stronger monsoon, unlike El Niño phases that tend to weaken rainfall across India. Additionally, lower snow cover in the Himalayan region, historically linked to stronger monsoon patterns, may have also played a role. What is El Niño El Nino is a natural phenomenon which refers to the large-scale ocean-atmosphere climate interaction which links to periodic warming in the temperatures of the sea surface across the central and east-central Equatorial Pacific. This phenomenon is directly linked to high pressure in the western Pacific, which adversely impacts the Indian monsoons that bring a catastrophic impact to agriculture in India. Due to El Niño, the cold surface water off the Peruvian coast gets warm. When the water is warm, there is a reversal of the normal trade winds, or they get lost. Later, the moisture-laden winds are directed towards the coast of Peru from the western Pacific (the region near northern Australia and South East Asia). As a result, heavy rains occurred in Peru during the El Niño years, ceasing the normal monsoon rains in the Indian subcontinent. Hence, when there is a larger temperature and pressure difference, the larger the rainfall shortage in India. Which key sectors benefit from the early monsoon? The early monsoon supports crucial sectors like agriculture, fisheries, and livestock, which heavily depend on seasonal rains, which play key roles in financially benefiting the people working under these sectors. A strong monsoon not only boosts preparedness for extreme weather and climate risks but also highlights the value of government spending on forecasting and weather-monitoring systems. Major efforts such as the Monsoon Mission and high-performance computing-based weather prediction models have, in recent years, enhanced resource planning, improved crop productivity, and helped minimise weather-related damages.

The early monsoon has not only been witnessed in Kerala, but it has also advanced to the Lakshadweep area, the south Arabian Sea, parts of the west-central and east-central Arabian Sea, and some parts of Karnataka and Maharashtra.&nbsp;

EXPLAINED: Why India witnessed early’ onset of South-West monsoon this year?

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Tuesday after forecaśting a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Delhi and adjoining NCR areas. Other than Delhi, &nbsp;Bahadurgarh and Gurugram in the National Capital Region, as well as Safidon, Jind, and Panipat in Haryana, are also expected to experience rain.The IMD confirmed light rainfall in Delhi (Narela, Bawana, Alipur, Kanjhawala, Rohini, Badili, Pitampura, Mundaka, Pashchim Vihar, Rajauri Garden, Jafarpur, Nazafgarh, Dwarka, Palam, IGI Airport), NCR (Bahadurgarh, Gurugram), Safidon, Jind, Panipat."With the arrival of rain on Tuesday, it will mark the early onset of the South West monsoon in Delhi, which was scheduled for June 27. Previously, Delhi experienced an early monsoon on June 16, 2013. The IMD also indicated that, other than Delhi, weather conditions are favourable for the monsoon to advance into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.Previously, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28 last year, June 25 in 2023, June 30 in 2022, and July 13 in 2021.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/monsoon-set-to-hit-delhi-tomorrow-imd-issues-yellow-alert-for-rain-1750651512842">Monsoon set to hit Delhi tomorrow, IMD issues 'yellow' alert for rain</a>Delhi will continue to witness rainfall throughout the week from June 22 to June 29, and the maximum temperature on Tuesday to remain 35 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the Southwest monsoon has further advanced towards the remaining parts of the north Arabian Sea, some more parts of West Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and several parts of Punjab.Conditions are conducive for further advance of Southwest monsoon over a few more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and the remaining parts of West Uttar Pradesh during the next 36 hours, according to a report in the IMD's press release.With the onset of monsoon in the national capital, the air quality is expected to improve, as per the Centre’s Air Quality Early Warning System report. Delhi recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 112 (moderate) at 4 PM on Monday, while the AQI was 92 (satisfactory) on Monday. The AQI is likely to return to satisfactory levels on Tuesday.&nbsp;

The IMD also indicated that, other than Delhi, weather conditions are favourable for the monsoon to advance into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Previously, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28 last year, June 25 in 2023, June 30 in 2022, and July 13 in 2021.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for Tuesday after forecaśting a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Delhi and adjoining NCR areas. Other than Delhi, Bahadurgarh and Gurugram in the National Capital Region, as well as Safidon, Jind, and Panipat in Haryana, are also expected to experience rain. The IMD confirmed light rainfall in Delhi (Narela, Bawana, Alipur, Kanjhawala, Rohini, Badili, Pitampura, Mundaka, Pashchim Vihar, Rajauri Garden, Jafarpur, Nazafgarh, Dwarka, Palam, IGI Airport), NCR (Bahadurgarh, Gurugram), Safidon, Jind, Panipat." With the arrival of rain on Tuesday, it will mark the early onset of the South West monsoon in Delhi, which was scheduled for June 27. Previously, Delhi experienced an early monsoon on June 16, 2013. The IMD also indicated that, other than Delhi, weather conditions are favourable for the monsoon to advance into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Previously, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28 last year, June 25 in 2023, June 30 in 2022, and July 13 in 2021. Also read: Monsoon set to hit Delhi tomorrow, IMD issues 'yellow' alert for rain Delhi will continue to witness rainfall throughout the week from June 22 to June 29, and the maximum temperature on Tuesday to remain 35 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the Southwest monsoon has further advanced towards the remaining parts of the north Arabian Sea, some more parts of West Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and several parts of Punjab. Conditions are conducive for further advance of Southwest monsoon over a few more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and the remaining parts of West Uttar Pradesh during the next 36 hours, according to a report in the IMD's press release. With the onset of monsoon in the national capital, the air quality is expected to improve, as per the Centre’s Air Quality Early Warning System report. Delhi recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 112 (moderate) at 4 PM on Monday, while the AQI was 92 (satisfactory) on Monday. The AQI is likely to return to satisfactory levels on Tuesday.

The IMD also indicated that, other than Delhi, weather conditions are favourable for the monsoon to advance into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Previously, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28 last year, June 25 in 2023, June 30 in 2022, and July 13 in 2021.

Monsoon to hit Delhi today? IMD issues 'yellow alert' for rain, thunderstorms

The southwest monsoon is advancing briskly and is likely to hit Delhi on Tuesday, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Tuesday, predicting light to moderate rain. As the monsoon has been advancing, the city has been witnessing pleasant weather and better air quality for the sixth consecutive day. According to IMD, monsoon has covered most parts of Himachal Pradesh, all of Ladakh and Kashmir, most parts of Jammu, and some parts of Punjab. The onset in Delhi-NCR is likely by Tuesday—three days ahead of the normal date of June 27.&nbsp; Last year, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28, with over 228 mm of rainfall recorded in a single day. In 2023, it reached Delhi on June 25. &nbsp;

The advance of southwest monsoon 2025

“Conditions are favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance over remaining parts of North Arabian Sea, some more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, some parts of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, remaining parts of west Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu during next two days,” the IMD said in a statement.The IMD has forecast a generally cloudy sky over the next few days, with light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and lightning expected.&nbsp;The IMD predicted a cooler day on Monday with the maximum likely hovering around 33-35°C and minimum at 26-28°C.&nbsp;Meanwhile, rain spells over the last few days made pollutants settle down, and the air quality index (AQI) has improved in the national capital.The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) said Ozone (O3) was the lead pollutant in Delhi on Sunday, as compared to both PM10 and O3 on Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Delhi has recorded only seven satisfactory air days so far this year, five of which have been during this spell.Meanwhile, Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa lauded the efforts of the Delhi government to fight air pollution.&nbsp;“This progress is the result of continuous, on-ground action and strict enforcement. In the last 48 hours alone, 218 end-of-life vehicles were impounded and 11,157 pollution challans issued across the city. These are part of Delhi’s zero-tolerance approach to air polluters,” Sirsa said.

According to IMD, monsoon has covered most parts of Himachal Pradesh, all of Ladakh and Kashmir, most parts of Jammu, and some parts of Punjab. The onset in Delhi-NCR is likely by Tuesday—three days ahead of the normal date of June 27.

The southwest monsoon is advancing briskly and is likely to hit Delhi on Tuesday, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Tuesday, predicting light to moderate rain. As the monsoon has been advancing, the city has been witnessing pleasant weather and better air quality for the sixth consecutive day. According to IMD, monsoon has covered most parts of Himachal Pradesh, all of Ladakh and Kashmir, most parts of Jammu, and some parts of Punjab. The onset in Delhi-NCR is likely by Tuesday—three days ahead of the normal date of June 27. Last year, the monsoon arrived in Delhi on June 28, with over 228 mm of rainfall recorded in a single day. In 2023, it reached Delhi on June 25.

According to IMD, monsoon has covered most parts of Himachal Pradesh, all of Ladakh and Kashmir, most parts of Jammu, and some parts of Punjab. The onset in Delhi-NCR is likely by Tuesday—three days ahead of the normal date of June 27.

Monsoon to arrive in Delhi on Tuesday, says IMD, issues yellow alert

After the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday forecasted the onset of southwest monsoon in Delhi and neighbourhood areas during the next two days, it has also issued a yellow alert for Monday and Tuesday, predicting light to moderate rain. Meanwhile, pleasant weather conditions helped the national capital to retain a “satisfactory” air quality for a fifth consecutive day.As per the Indian Express report, the IMD said, ” Conditions are favourable for the further advance of the southwest monsoon into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, some parts of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and cover the rest of Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu in the next two days.”IMD confirmed that monsoon has advanced to North India, covering most parts of Himachal Pradesh, entire Ladakh and Kashmir, and also mostly Jammu as well as some parts of Punjab. The monsoon will arrive in the city by Tuesday, three days before the normal scheduled date of June 27. Last year, the monsoon has arrived on June 28 and in 2023, the onset was on June 25 in Delhi, according to a report in HT.Despite cloudy skies on Sunday, Delhi did not receive any rainfall until the evening. The maximum temperature of the day settled at 36.2°C, which was two degrees below normal and lower than Saturday’s 37.3°C.Humidity levels remained elevated, fluctuating between 65 per cent and 83 per cent, which led to significant thermal discomfort. According to IMD data, Delhi's heat index — the “real feel” temperature — reached 47.5°C at 5:30 pm, primarily due to a relative humidity of 70 per cent at that time.<h3>Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) is ‘satisfactory’</h3>The heat index combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it feels to humans. Delhi’s wet-bulb temperature, another key thermal discomfort metric, recorded 29.51°C. Readings above 32°C can severely limit the body’s ability to cool itself, while 35°C is seen as the upper threshold for human survival.The minimum temperature on Sunday stood at 28.4°C. For Monday, the IMD predicts slightly cooler conditions with a maximum between 33-35°C and a minimum of 26-28°C.Meanwhile, intermittent rain in recent days has helped settle pollutants in the city. Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) was 92 (satisfactory) at 4 pm on Sunday, a slight increase from Saturday’s AQI of 85.

The IMD has also confirmed that the monsoon has advanced to North India, covering most parts of Himachal Pradesh, the entire Ladakh and Kashmir regions, as well as most of Jammu and some parts of Punjab.

After the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday forecasted the onset of southwest monsoon in Delhi and neighbourhood areas during the next two days, it has also issued a yellow alert for Monday and Tuesday, predicting light to moderate rain. Meanwhile, pleasant weather conditions helped the national capital to retain a “satisfactory” air quality for a fifth consecutive day. As per the Indian Express report, the IMD said, ” Conditions are favourable for the further advance of the southwest monsoon into more parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, some parts of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and cover the rest of Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu in the next two days.” IMD confirmed that monsoon has advanced to North India, covering most parts of Himachal Pradesh, entire Ladakh and Kashmir, and also mostly Jammu as well as some parts of Punjab. The monsoon will arrive in the city by Tuesday, three days before the normal scheduled date of June 27. Last year, the monsoon has arrived on June 28 and in 2023, the onset was on June 25 in Delhi, according to a report in HT. Despite cloudy skies on Sunday, Delhi did not receive any rainfall until the evening. The maximum temperature of the day settled at 36.2°C, which was two degrees below normal and lower than Saturday’s 37.3°C. Humidity levels remained elevated, fluctuating between 65 per cent and 83 per cent, which led to significant thermal discomfort. According to IMD data, Delhi's heat index — the “real feel” temperature — reached 47.5°C at 5:30 pm, primarily due to a relative humidity of 70 per cent at that time. Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) is ‘satisfactory’ The heat index combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it feels to humans. Delhi’s wet-bulb temperature, another key thermal discomfort metric, recorded 29.51°C. Readings above 32°C can severely limit the body’s ability to cool itself, while 35°C is seen as the upper threshold for human survival. The minimum temperature on Sunday stood at 28.4°C. For Monday, the IMD predicts slightly cooler conditions with a maximum between 33-35°C and a minimum of 26-28°C. Meanwhile, intermittent rain in recent days has helped settle pollutants in the city. Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) was 92 (satisfactory) at 4 pm on Sunday, a slight increase from Saturday’s AQI of 85.

The IMD has also confirmed that the monsoon has advanced to North India, covering most parts of Himachal Pradesh, the entire Ladakh and Kashmir regions, as well as most of Jammu and some parts of Punjab.

Monsoon set to hit Delhi tomorrow, IMD issues 'yellow' alert for rain