Tag: Delhi Weather

Delhi is currently experiencing intense heat with temperatures soaring to 42.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This marks 2.1 degrees above the seasonal average, as the national capital battles a stretch of above-normal temperatures. The minimum temperature was recorded at 27.7 degrees Celsius.

A severe hailstorm accompanied by heavy rain and strong winds swept across Delhi-NCR on Wednesday evening, offering relief from the oppressive heat but triggering widespread power outages across several parts of the capital.

Delhi's weather remains below the season’s average as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Monday, warning residents of thunderstorms and strong winds. The alert, updated from an initial yellow alert, predicts winds of 40-50 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 60 km/h during the thunderstorm. The IMD also forecasts that the temperature will remain below normal for the next few days.

A severe dust storm swept through the national capital and surrounding areas on Friday evening, disrupting flight operations and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).

The national capital sweltered under extreme heat on Tuesday, March 26, as the mercury soared to a scorching 40.5 degrees Celsius, marking the hottest day of 2025 so far, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The Ridge observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 40°C, which is 6.3 degrees above the seasonal average.

New Delhi witnessed its highest temperature of the season on Wednesday, with the mercury soaring to 32 degrees Celsius, six points above the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The maximum temperature in Delhi is expected to drop by 2-3 degrees Celsius in the coming days due to an approaching Western Disturbance, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday. The disturbance is set to bring rainfall across North India, leading to cooler temperatures in the capital.

Delhi’s air quality remained in the “very poor” category for the fifth straight day on Thursday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) continuing to stay over 350. Calm winds have continued to hinder the dispersion of pollutants, keeping the capital’s air quality at dangerous levels. The city has recorded a rise in the AQI since November 3, when it peaked at 382, marking the highest level of the season so far.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange' alert for Delhi amidst forecasts of heavy rainfall over the next four days. This alert comes in the wake of the monsoon's arrival, which brought the heaviest downpour in 88 years to the city.

A sudden spell of rain with gusty winds in Delhi-NCR led to waterlogging and traffic chaos in various parts of the national capital. Residents shared their experiences on social media, highlighting congestion issues during the morning rush hour.