New Delhi: The Delhi weather witnessed a sudden shift this week as rain and strong winds brought an unexpected chill across the national capital and nearby regions. Just as the city was gearing up for the summer season, a rare western disturbance triggered showers across Delhi-NCR, including Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad, and Gurugram.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Delhi weather changed significantly from Wednesday evening, with rainfall and cloud cover keeping temperatures well below normal levels. On Friday, the minimum temperature dropped to 16°C, which is 4.5 degrees below average, along with a yellow alert issued for the region.
Temperatures Fall Below Seasonal Average
The Delhi weather remained cool on Thursday as well, with scattered showers and gusty winds dominating the day. The maximum temperature dropped to 26.8°C, nearly 4.7 degrees below normal, marking the lowest daytime temperature recorded in almost a month.
Rare Western Disturbance Behind Weather Shift
Experts have described the current system as unusual, with a massive western disturbance stretching across thousands of kilometers. This system has created favorable conditions for thunderstorms and widespread cloud activity across North India. The Delhi weather is expected to remain unstable for a few hours, with intermittent rain and strong winds likely to continue.
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Rain Likely to Continue Briefly
As per forecasts, the Delhi weather may see moderate to heavy rainfall during the day, with chances of waterlogging in low-lying areas. The impact of this system is also expected to shift towards parts of Uttar Pradesh later, including cities like Lucknow and Kanpur.
Relief Temporary as Heat to Return
Despite the sudden cool spell, the Delhi weather is expected to warm up again soon. IMD forecasts suggest that temperatures will gradually rise as the western disturbance weakens.
The maximum temperature may reach around 31°C by Sunday and climb further to 32°C early next week, indicating a return to warmer conditions. Night temperatures are also expected to remain between 12°C and 14°C in the coming days.
Overall, while the recent rain has brought temporary relief, the Delhi weather indicates that the capital will soon transition back to typical pre-summer heat conditions.