Parts of Delhi received light rainfall on Sunday morning, offering relief from the hot and humid weather. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast more showers over the coming days and issued a Yellow Alert for July 21 and July 22 as monsoon activity is expected to remain active across the national capital.
Will It Rain In Delhi Today?
The IMD has forecast very light to light rainfall across many parts of Delhi, while some isolated areas may receive moderate showers. The weather department has also predicted thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds with speeds of 20-30 kmph, gusting up to 40 kmph, during the morning and afternoon. Another spell of light rain is likely during the evening or night. The IMD has not issued any weather alert for July 20. However, a Yellow Alert has been issued for July 21 and July 22, warning of rain, thunderstorms and possible heavy showers in parts of Delhi.
According to the IMD, active monsoon conditions are expected to continue across northwest India this week. Delhi is likely to receive rainfall till July 23, while neighbouring states such as Haryana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh are also expected to witness widespread rainfall over the next few days. The weather department has also forecast isolated heavy rainfall in Delhi on July 23.
How Will The Weather Change?
The rainfall is expected to bring down daytime temperatures across the city. The maximum temperature is likely to remain between 32°C and 34°C, which is around 2 to 3 degrees below normal. The minimum temperature is expected to stay between 25°C and 27°C. The IMD has also said that temperatures could fall further by 3-5 degrees after the next 24 hours.
What Is Delhi’s Air Quality Today?
Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 138 on Sunday morning, placing it in the ‘Moderate’ category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
