The weather in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) took a pleasant turn on Thursday as heavy rains lashed several parts of the city, bringing a significant drop in temperature. The sudden downpour, accompanied by strong winds, turned the day into night in some areas, forcing commuters to turn on their vehicle lights during the daytime. This change in weather comes as a major relief for residents who have been battling intense heat over the past few weeks. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had previously issued a yellow alert for the region, predicting thunderstorms and rain.
Widespread Rainfall Across Delhi-NCR
The rainfall wasn't limited to a few pockets but was widespread across the entire NCR. Significant precipitation was reported in areas including Patel Nagar, Delhi Cantonment, Karol Bagh, Model Town, Rohini, Chhatarpur, Malviya Nagar, Mehrauli, Najafgarh, Dwarka, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden, Connaught Place, and India Gate. Beyond the capital's borders, neighboring cities like Gurugram and Noida also experienced heavy showers and gusty winds, which contributed to the overall cooling of the atmosphere. The IMD's yellow alert proved accurate as the sky remained overcast throughout the morning hours.
Temperature Statistics and Observations
7 degrees Celsius. Detailed observations from various weather stations across the city provided a clearer picture of the climatic conditions. 4 degrees above the normal range. 4 degrees above normal. 3 degrees higher than the seasonal average. The maximum temperature for the day is expected to hover around 38 degrees Celsius.
Monsoon Entry in Kerala and Future Outlook
While Delhi enjoys pre-monsoon showers, the southwest monsoon has officially made its entry into Kerala on June 4, 2026. This year, the monsoon arrived with a delay of 3 days compared to its usual schedule. According to the Meteorological Department, the monsoon has advanced into the remaining parts of the southwest and southeast Arabian Sea, parts of the west-central and east-central Arabian Sea, the entire Lakshadweep archipelago, Kerala, Mahe, and parts of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It has also progressed into the Comorin region, the southeast Bay of Bengal, and parts of the southwest, west-central, east-central, and northeast Bay of Bengal.
Seasonal Rainfall Forecast
Earlier, the IMD had predicted that the monsoon would reach Kerala by May 26, but the actual arrival occurred in early June. For the overall season, the weather office has projected that the country is likely to receive seasonal rainfall of approximately 90 percent of the Long Period Average (LPA). This forecast is crucial for the agricultural sector and water resource management across India, while as the monsoon continues its northward journey, residents in northern India, including Delhi, are looking forward to more consistent rainfall in the coming weeks to permanently lower the mercury levels.