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Delhi Heatwave Update: IMD Reveals When Temperatures Will Drop

April 8, 2025, 3:40 pm

Delhi continued to reel under intense heat on Tuesday as temperatures soared beyond the 40°C mark. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) extended the Yellow Alert for the national capital till Wednesday, warning of persistent heatwave conditions. This marks Delhi’s first heatwave in April in the last three years.

Heatwave in Delhi: Temperatures Cross 40°C

On Monday, the capital officially recorded its first heatwave of the season as the temperature rose to 40.2 degrees Celsius. Even higher temperatures were recorded at the Ridge and Ayanagar weather stations, reaching 41°C, while the Palam and Lodhi Road stations reported almost 39°C, as per the IMD.

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Heat Wave Forecast for Delhi
Heat Wave Conditions over Delhi at some places today (08.04.2025).#imd #india #WeatherUpdate #heatwave #Delhiheatwave @moesgoi… pic.twitter.com/4mnbuqjV4B

— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) April 8, 2025

“Three stations- Safdarjung, Ridge, and Ayanagar- recorded heatwave conditions today for the first time in the season. Heatwave conditions are expected to prevail till April 9. After April 10, a decline in temperature is likely to occur over Northwest India, including Delhi,” said the IMD in a release carried by PTI.

Yellow Alert in Place: What It Means

The Yellow Alert warns of moderate heat, which might still be harmful to susceptible individuals, including infants, or those with chronic illnesses. IMD suggests city dwellers stay indoors from direct heat, dress in light-coloured cotton light clothing, and cover their heads with an umbrella or cloth when going outside.

For comparison, Orange Alert is used to denote warmer temperatures and a greater risk of sunborne illnesses among individuals who are out in the sun or doing strenuous outdoor labor. Red Alert means severe heat with a very high likelihood of heatstroke and other heat illnesses, and immediate attention is required.

Upcoming Weather Forecast Shows Relief Ahead

While the current heatwave is likely to last through April 9, the IMD forecasts some relief beginning Thursday. Delhi’s maximum temperature is expected to range between 37°C and 39°C on April 11, 12, and 13. The sky is likely to remain partly cloudy during this period, potentially easing the discomfort caused by the high temperatures.

First April Heatwave Since 2022

Delhi usually experiences maximum temperatures over 40°C in the second half of April. But this year, the city crossed the mark a bit earlier than usual. The city had seen a similar heatwave in early April 2022, when the temperature was 41.6°C on April 8.

In 2023 and 2024, Delhi saw no heat waves in April despite the mercury reaching the 40°C level. This year’s pre-monsoon heatwave highlights the growing uncertainty of weather patterns and the need for timely warnings and precautions.

Citizens are advised to exercise caution, drink plenty of water, and avoid venturing out in the middle of the day when the city goes through this unseasonal heatwave.

Dense Fog Disrupts Delhi: Over 400 Flights Delayed, City Sees 9 Hours Straight Zero Visibility

January 5, 2025, 11:03 am

Delhi was shrouded in dense fog on Saturday, with visibility dropping to zero for nine consecutive hours from 6 pm to 3 am at Palam. This marked the season’s longest spell of such severe conditions. Safdarjung, the city’s primary weather station, recorded eight hours of zero visibility, significantly impacting daily life and transportation.

Flight Operations Severely Affected

The dense fog caused significant disruptions at Delhi Airport, resulting in 19 flight diversions—13 domestic, four international, and two non-scheduled flights. Additionally, over 45 flights were canceled, and more than 400 experienced delays due to poor weather both in Delhi and at destination airports. The impact of the weather extended to Friday as well, with over 400 flights delayed on that day alone.

Railways Hit Hard

The Northern Railway reported severe delays, with 59 trains running behind schedule by up to six hours and 22 others delayed by approximately eight hours. The disruptions highlighted the far-reaching impact of the foggy conditions on the city’s transport network.

Weather Conditions and Forecast

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reported a maximum temperature of 20°C and a minimum of 7.8°C on Saturday. For Sunday, the IMD predicts a partly cloudy sky with smog and moderate fog expected in most areas. Dense fog is likely in a few spots during the morning hours. Wind speeds are forecast to increase to 8-10 kmph from the southeast in the afternoon but will decrease to less than 6 kmph by evening. The day’s temperatures are expected to hover around 18°C (maximum) and 10°C (minimum).

Air Quality Remains Poor

Delhi’s air quality continued to deteriorate, with the city recording a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 378, placing it in the “very poor” category.

The persistent fog and air quality issues underscore the challenges faced by Delhi residents as winter intensifies.=

IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Delhi, Forecasts More Rain and Fog Over Weekend

December 28, 2024, 8:32 am

Delhi continued to experience heavy rain on Saturday morning, with widespread waterlogging reported across various parts of the city. The incessant rainfall that began on Friday morning led to significant waterlogging and traffic jams, causing a drop in temperature across the national capital.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, forecasting more rain for Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and other areas of the National Capital Region (NCR) on Saturday and Sunday. IMD’s forecast includes the likelihood of smog or shallow fog in most parts of Delhi, with moderate fog expected on Saturday morning. The department also predicts a generally cloudy sky with intermittent rain. Light rain and thunderstorms are expected until the early afternoon, with cloudy weather continuing thereafter. A spell of shallow fog or smog is also likely in the evening.

Delhi’s rainfall has set new records. Persistent rain on Friday broke longstanding records, making it one of the wettest December days in the city’s history. By the end of the day, the city had received 42.8mm of rainfall, making it the fifth wettest December on record and the heaviest since 1997, according to IMD data.

At Safdarjung, Delhi’s main weather observatory, 30.2mm of rain was recorded in just nine hours between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm on Friday, marking the wettest single-day period in five years. Other weather stations around the city also recorded substantial rainfall, with Pusa measuring 35mm, Delhi University 39mm, Lodhi Road 34.2mm, Ridge 33.4mm, Palam 31.4mm, and Ayanagar 18.1mm. This rainfall has contributed to making this December the wettest in nearly three decades.

Delhi Weather: Dense Fog, Light Rain Expected; 18 Trains Delayed

December 26, 2024, 11:30 am

Delhi is experiencing dense fog and a cold wave, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reporting a minimum temperature of 7°C on Thursday. The dense fog prompted Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport to implement low-visibility procedures, though flights continued on schedule.

Weather Conditions and Air Quality

The IMD forecasted continued dense fog, especially in the late night and early morning hours of December 26 and 28, along with light rain in the evening or night. The air quality index (AQI) in Delhi remained in the ‘very poor’ category, with a reading of 372 at 8 am on Thursday, up from 360 on Wednesday. Specific areas, like Anand Vihar and Ashok Vihar, recorded AQI levels above 360, indicating hazardous air quality.

Airport Advisory

Despite low visibility procedures at Delhi Airport, all flight operations are proceeding as usual. Passengers are advised to check with airlines for updated flight details. Aircraft not equipped for CAT III landings may face disruptions in such conditions.

Train Delays

At least 18 trains arriving in Delhi from across the country were delayed due to the dense fog. Some affected services include the Avadh Assam Express, Unchahar Express, Vikramshila Express, and Duronto Express.

Air Quality Measures

On December 24, the Central Pollution Control Board lifted the ‘Severe’ Stage IV measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi and the NCR. However, actions under Stages I, II, and III remain in effect to prevent further deterioration of air quality.

Delhi Weather and AQI Update

November 7, 2024, 9:13 am

New Delhi residents awoke to a blend of smog, haze, and a slight chill on Thursday. Despite elevated AQI levels, many are gearing up to celebrate Chhath Puja, with close attention on today’s and tomorrow’s weather conditions as they play a crucial role in the festivities.

Weather Forecast for November 7 and 8
On November 7, 2024, Delhi is expected to see smog, shallow fog, and mist in the morning, with similar conditions likely at night. Light southeast winds will blow at 4-8 km/h. The day will remain mostly clear, with temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 17°C. On November 8, similar conditions are forecasted, with smog, fog, and mist expected in the morning and night under mostly clear skies. The maximum temperature is anticipated to reach 32°C, with a minimum of 17°C, and light winds shifting from southeast to northeast.

Delhi’s AQI Data
As of 6 a.m. Thursday, the overall air quality in Delhi remains in the ‘very poor’ category, with the following regional breakdown:

1. Anand Vihar – AQI: 425 (Severe)
2. Aya Nagar – AQI: 346 (Very Poor)
3. Bawana – AQI: 409 (Severe)
4. Dwarka – AQI: 378 (Very Poor)
5. Lodhi Road – AQI: 172 (Moderate)
6. Narela – AQI: 382 (Very Poor)
7. RK Puram – AQI: 378 (Very Poor)

AQI Classification:
– 0-50: Good
– 51-100: Satisfactory
– 101-200: Moderate
– 201-300: Poor
– 301-400: Very Poor
– 401-500: Severe

Heavy Rains Bring Relief from Scorching Heat In Delhi

July 4, 2024, 8:51 am

Many areas of Delhi experienced moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, which lowered the maximum temperature and brought relief from the humid conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rain on Thursday and issued a yellow alert for Friday, expecting light to moderate rainfall.

The rain, which occurred between 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM, led to waterlogging in parts of south Delhi, causing traffic jams from Qutub Minar Metro station to the IIT flyover.

The IMD also stated that fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall, along with thunderstorms and lightning, is likely over northwest and central India in the next five days. “This is due to a cyclonic circulation over Himachal Pradesh and a trough extending from southeast Pakistan to Bangladesh at lower tropospheric levels,” the IMD explained.

On Wednesday, Delhi’s maximum temperature was recorded at 34.1 degrees Celsius, which is three degrees below normal, while the minimum was 29 degrees Celsius, one degree above normal. The previous day, the maximum and minimum temperatures were 36.7 degrees Celsius and 30.7 degrees Celsius, respectively.

Safdarjung, Delhi’s main weather station, recorded 9mm of rain by 5:30 PM on Wednesday. In the same period, Palam station recorded 14.1mm, Lodhi Road station 7mm, Ridge station 4.2mm, and Ayanagar station 39.8mm.

The IMD noted that Ayanagar experienced an intense spell of rainfall, while other locations had light to moderate rain. Rainfall intensity is categorized as follows: “light” is up to 10mm per hour, “moderate” is 10-20mm per hour, “intense” is 20-30mm per hour, and “very intense” is 30-50mm per hour.

The rain caused waterlogging in south Delhi, resulting in traffic congestion and delays along Africa Avenue, Munirka, near Qutub Minar Metro Station, near IIT Delhi flyover, RTR flyover, MB Road, and Rohtak Road. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi reported receiving complaints about uprooted trees from Geeta Colony, Rampura Golden Park, and Tri Nagar.

Delhi Rain Highlights: Government Pledges Rs 10 Lakh Aid To Families Of Rainstorm Victims

June 30, 2024, 6:03 pm

Due to the devastating effects of unprecedented heavy rain in Delhi that lashed the city from June 28, the Delhi government has announced a compensation package of Rs 10 lakh for the families of those who lost their lives.

Delhi’s Water Minister, Atishi, revealed in a press statement that multiple deaths were reported due to drowning following the extreme rainfall, which measured 228mm on June 28.

“We have received reports of several tragic drownings on June 28, directly linked to the heavy rains,” Atishi stated. “In light of these events, it has been decided that each affected family will receive a compensation of Rs 10 lakh.”

The torrential downpour caused widespread chaos across Delhi-NCR, including severe waterlogging, thunderstorms, and lightning. A particularly tragic incident at Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport resulted in a roof collapse, claiming one life and injuring eight others. Numerous vehicles were also buried under the debris.

Atishi has directed the Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of Revenue to work in coordination with local hospitals and the Delhi Police to identify the victims promptly, ensuring that the compensation is disbursed swiftly by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD).

This move comes as the government seeks to provide immediate relief and support to the families affected by this natural calamity. The unprecedented rain in Delhi has highlighted the urgent need for improved infrastructure and preparedness to handle such extreme weather events in the future.

Delhi Weather Update: Heavy Rain Floods Roads, Car Submerged Under Flyover, Watch

June 28, 2024, 8:09 am

Parts of Delhi-NCR experienced heavy rain for the second consecutive day today, bringing relief from the sweltering heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted continued showers throughout the day, accompanied by thunderstorms and winds with speeds ranging from 20-40 km/h over the next two hours.

The downpour, while providing much-needed respite from the heat, has also led to waterlogging in several parts of the national capital. Visuals shared by news agency ANI on social media platform X show inundated roads and long traffic jams in various areas of Delhi. Numerous residents have also posted images and videos of the waterlogged streets on their social media accounts.

#WATCH | Delhi: Roads inundated as heavy rain continues in parts of National Capital

(Visuals from Govindpuri) pic.twitter.com/9idnGwx0nb

— ANI (@ANI) June 28, 2024

#WATCH | Traffic snarls seen at ITO as rain continues to lash parts of Delhi pic.twitter.com/HA64Rb3xDd

— ANI (@ANI) June 28, 2024

#WATCH | A car submerged in water and roads heavily flooded due to continuous downpour in Delhi

(Visuals from Minto Road) pic.twitter.com/reJQPlzfbQ

— ANI (@ANI) June 28, 2024

On Thursday, heavy rain in Delhi brought the temperature down to 35.4 degrees Celsius, with the city recording 5.2 mm of rainfall between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM. However, the rainfall also caused significant traffic congestion and waterlogging. The city’s traffic police received numerous calls reporting waterlogged streets, traffic jams, and fallen trees, leading to inconvenience for commuters.

Delhi has been grappling with intense heat, having recorded nine heatwave days in June, a stark contrast to zero heatwave days in the same month in 2023 and 2022. The IMD announced that the monsoon is expected to arrive in Delhi within the next two to three days, creating favorable conditions for the advance of the southwest monsoon.

According to IMD data, the monsoon hit Delhi on June 26 last year, June 30 in 2022, July 13 in 2021, and June 25 in 2020. Meanwhile, light to moderate rainfall is also predicted over Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Gujarat, Vidarbha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka today.

Delhi: Heavy Heatwave to Ease as IMD Forecasts Light Rain

June 23, 2024, 4:24 pm

A sigh of relief for the residents of Delhi and it’s surrounding areas as The Indian Meterologicial Department (IMD) forcasts there will be light to moderate rain on Thursday.

Weather Department forecasts partly cloudy skies over the national capital on Saturday and Sunday. It is predicted that further the weather will provide a much needed break from the ongoing heatwave in the city. Since March, the temperature in Delhi has gone above 50 degree Celsius which is close to desert state Rajasthan.

Delhi has recorded highest temperature of 52.9 degree Celsius in Delhi’s Mungeshpur area. Also, people of Delhi have been suffering intense heatwave and a severe water crisis. Today’s maximum temperature was noted at 40 degree Celsius while minimum temperature was 28.4 degree Celsius.

Reports suggest, the prolonged heatwave affecting vast areas of the country has led to excess deaths, with 143 deaths reported and 41,789 people experiencing suspected heatstroke between March 1 and June 20 this year.

Delhi Faces Season’s First Heatwave; IMD Issues Yellow Alert

May 16, 2024, 12:27 pm

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a “yellow” notice for Saturday on Wednesday, stating that there may be a 45 degree daytime temperature and that heatwave conditions were likely in several areas.

The Met department defines a heatwave day when the maximum is 45 degrees and more above normal temperature and the maximum is at least 40 degrees Celsius.

IMD’s data shows that the heatwaves in Delhi are mostly recorded from the third week of April till the first 10 days of June.

“Dry and hot westerly or north-westerly winds are blowing in the city. As no western disturbance is predicted to impact the region for the next few days, rain is unlikely in the city. Clear skies and lack of moisture are likely to cause mercury to rise in the city in the next few days,” said a Met official.

On Wednesday, the maximum temperature was recorded at 41.2 degrees Celsius, two degrees above normal, at Safdarjung, the city’s base station.

Najafgarh was the warmest station, with the mercury rising to 43.8 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature was recorded at 22.9 degrees Celsius, three notches below normal.

According to data from the Met department, the maximum recorded daytime temperature this year at any weather station was 44 degrees Celsius on May 5 at the Sports Complex station near Akshardham.

“The maximum temperature is likely to stay around 42 and 44 degrees Celsius on Thursday and Friday, respectively. It is likely to touch 45 degrees Celsius on Saturday, leading to heatwave conditions. A few stations in outer Delhi may see mercury surpassing 45 degrees Celsius by one to two degrees,” said a met official.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), which reviewed the air quality, said, “Wind direction and speeds are rapidly changing due to high convection rates and absolute dry conditions, coupled with high temperatures, leading to continued suspension of dust over NCR. It was deliberated that higher instances of agricultural residue burning in and around NCR areas and the forest fires in nearby states could also be having an impact on the overall air quality of Delhi-NCR.”

Deciding not to implement GRAP’s stage I, CAQM directed agencies to intensify dust abatement measures at hotspots, C&D sites and road construction or maintenance projects.

“Keep a close watch on fire instances and open burning of municipal solid waste in and around NCR, and ensure all preventive measures. Flying squads of CPCB to also intensify inspections for appropriate action against sites flouting the norms,” said CAQM.

Safdarjung did not have a heatwave in the summer of 2023. On the other hand, a heatwave lasted three to five days in other areas. The longest heatwave stretch occurred in 2022, spanning nine days in April and four days in May. With an AQI of 243, Delhi’s air quality remained in the “poor” category for a third day in a row. It’s likely that the low quality of the air will persist for a few days.

Delhi’s maximum temp hits 23.8°C as dense fog disrupts flights, trains

December 27, 2023, 3:37 am

Delhi’s maximum temperature on Tuesday settled at 23.8 degrees Celsius, three notches above the season’s average. Dense fog affected visibility in several areas and the air quality was in the ‘very poor’ category.
About 30 flights, including international ones, were delayed at the Delhi airport due to the fog and low visibility, according to airport authorities. The arrival of 14 trains was also delayed due to foggy conditions, officials said.

The visibility recorded at Delhi’s main weather station in Safdarjung at 5.30 am was 200 metres while it was 100 metres at the Palam station.
As per an India Meteorological Department (IMD) official, the IGI Airport in Delhi reported general visibility at 50 metres at 10 am. The Runway Visual Range (RVR) on most runways was between 125 and 275 metres under CAT-III dense fog conditions.

According to the IMD, the minimum temperature was recorded at 7 degrees Celsius, a notch below normal, and the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 378 at 4 pm. Humidity levels oscillated between 59 per cent and 100 per cent. The weather office predicted mainly clear skies with dense to very dense fog in the morning for Wednesday and Thursday.

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered ‘good’, 51 and 100 ‘satisfactory’, 101 and 200 ‘moderate’, 201 and 300 ‘poor’, 301 and 400 ‘very poor’, and 401 and 500 ‘severe’.

Fresh spell of rain lashes parts of Delhi, brings relief from warm weather

September 23, 2023, 4:54 pm

In the middle of Saturday, the national capital experienced a refreshing bout of rainfall, causing a drop in the city’s temperature.

Images captured near India Gate depict vehicles such as cars, autorickshaws, and scooters navigating the rain-soaked streets. This precipitation serves as a significant relief for the residents of the city, who had been enduring a week of sweltering heat.

Several areas in Delhi, including RK Puram, Lok Kalyan Marg, and India Gate, received a new spell of showers.

Earlier in the day, a team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) successfully evacuated six individuals who were stranded in the Ambajhari Lake area due to heavy rainfall in parts of Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Additionally, there were reports of waterlogging on Canal Road in Ramdaspeth, Nagpur, leading to residents being trapped in their homes as floodwaters entered their residences.

Delhi experiences coolest May in 36 years due to excess rainfall

June 1, 2023, 10:24 am

According to the India Meteorological Department, Delhi experienced its coldest May in 36 years in May, with excessive rain lowering the average maximum temperature to 36.8 degrees Celsius this time.While the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted light to moderate intensity rain throughout the entirety of Delhi and the surrounding areas, rain began to fall in several portions of the city in the early hours of Wednesday. A city resident claimed that they had never experienced this kind of weather earlier in May.
“Climate change is to blame for this. I’ve never experienced weather like this before. We are currently pondering if it will rain in July and August, according to local Bhushan Narula.
Another person said that global warming is to blame for the weather change. IMD reports that just nine days in May in Delhi saw maximum temperatures rise above 40 degrees, with two of those days seeing heatwave conditions in some parts of the capital.

IMD: Hailstorm reported at isolated parts in Delhi

March 19, 2023, 7:54 pm

Hailstorms have been reported in isolated locations across Delhi’s Ayanagar and Palam districts on Sunday, with the national capital’s minimum temperature set at 15.4 degrees Celsius.

In a statement, the Head of the Regional Weather Forecasting Center, Dr Kuldeep Srivastava, said that, “Hailstorm was reported at Delhi’s Ayanagar and Palam which was small in size. With the western disturbance that is affecting, such activity will continue tomorrow as well and there are chances of thunderstorms and light rain in Delhi NCR. Hailstorms may also occur in a few places in Delhi.”

“The activity of light to moderate rainfall, lightning, and thunderstorms are affecting the whole of Northwest India. Snowfall has also occurred in the Himalayan region. Rainfall activity will continue tomorrow as well, but the day after it will come down,” he further added.