Severe thunderstorms and rain today brought much-needed relief to Delhi and the National Capital Region, including Noida, from the persistent heatwave. Duststorm and heavy rain hit parts of Delhi and its adjoining areas this morning.
Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds over the next two days, issuing a yellow alert for the national capital. According to the IMD’s weekly forecast, thunderstorms with rain are expected today and tomorrow, which may lead to a slight dip in temperatures.
The forecast also mentions generally cloudy skies, very light rain or drizzle and thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, dust storms and strong surface winds ranging from 30 to 40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph, during the afternoon and evening.
The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to hover around 37 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively.