Delhi Weather: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh alert for Delhi as the Southwest Monsoon has arrived in the city, bringing light to moderate rain over the past 24 hours. According to the IMD, the monsoon reached the national capital nine days ahead of schedule and is already making its presence felt with cooler temperatures and scattered showers. The city is expected to see generally cloudy skies with intermittent rain and thunderstorms through July 3.
After weeks of scorching heat, Delhiites are finally enjoying a welcome spell of monsoon showers. The rainfall has brought down temperatures by 3–5°C, with maximums hovering around 32–33°C and minimums between 22–25°C, both significantly below normal. Winds from the southeast, reaching speeds of up to 16 kmph, have added to the cool relief.
Delhi weather this week
IMD has forecast mostly cloudy skies with daily chances of rain, lightning and occasional gusty winds. While rainfall intensity may vary, the overall weather will remain pleasant and cooler than usual, a major respite from the earlier heatwave.
|
Date |
Weather Condition |
Temp (°C) Max/Min |
Rain Possibility |
Winds |
|
June 30 |
Cloudy with light-moderate rain |
30–32 / — |
Likely with thunderstorms |
SE, 15–20 kmph (evening) |
|
July 1 |
Cloudy, light rain with lightning |
32–34 / 24–26 |
Very light to light |
NW, <15 kmph (morning), calm |
|
July 2 |
Partly cloudy, light rain expected |
33–35 / 25–27 |
Very light to light |
SW, <10 kmph |
|
July 3 |
Partly cloudy, isolated showers |
32–34 / 26–28 |
Very light to light |
S-SE, up to 20 kmph (afternoon) |
IMD also issued a thunderstorm advisory for Delhi-NCR, urging residents to avoid sheltering under trees or near metal objects during lightning activity. Minor disruptions like tree falls, power outages, or traffic delays may occur due to gusty winds and scattered rain.
Residents are advised to keep umbrellas handy and check weather updates before heading out. The monsoon may have arrived late, but it's finally bringing much-needed relief to the capital.
