Gloomy skies prevail as rain lashes Delhi, IMD predicts another wet spell around midnight

October 15, 2026 3:47 PM

Gloomy skies prevail as rain lashes Delhi, IMD predicts another wet spell around midnight

Rain swept across Delhi on Thursday, with the skies appearing gloomy and overcast with dark clouds throughout the day, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for moderate showers, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds. In its district-level nowcast issued at 1 pm, the IMD predicted moderate rain at many places across the city, to be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and winds with speeds of 30-40 kilometres per hour gusting up to 50 kilometres per hour. Th...

Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days

September 26, 2026 9:06 AM

Delhi-NCR wakes up to pleasant weather as rain, thunderstorms likely over next three days

Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool winds on Saturday, with light to moderate rainfall expected over the next two to three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Saturday, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds of up to 30 kmph. The expected rainfall is likely to provide some relief from the recent heat as the national Capital moves into the post-monsoon period. Rainfall is expected on Saturday, Sunday and Monday as a depression over Chhattis...

Delhi-NCR braces for another rainy day as IMD forecasts showers, thunderstorms, gusty winds

July 30, 2026 11:06 AM

Delhi-NCR braces for another rainy day as IMD forecasts showers, thunderstorms, gusty winds

Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) are likely to witness another spell of monsoon rain on Thursday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting cloudy skies, light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across the region. The weather is expected to provide relief from the prevailing heat, although high humidity, waterlogging and traffic congestion may continue to affect several parts of the capital and adjoining areas. According to the IMD, Del...

Warm, humid conditions persist in Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts rainfall, gusty winds

June 29, 2026 11:32 AM

Warm, humid conditions persist in Delhi-NCR; IMD predicts rainfall, gusty winds

Delhi-NCR experienced warm and humid conditions on Monday morning as residents continued to endure uncomfortable weather amid the delayed arrival of the southwest monsoon. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast cloudy skies, light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds over parts of the national capital region, offering the possibility of relief from the prevailing heat as monsoon conditions become more favourable across North India. In its latest weather bulletin,...

Thunderstorms, heavy showers likely in many states; IMD issues orange alert

June 11, 2025 8:53 AM

Thunderstorms, heavy showers likely in many states; IMD issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an Orange Alert for several regions, warning of moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 60 kmph over the next two to three hours. The alert covers large parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam, with the IMD urging residents to remain cautious and follow official weather advisories. In Madhya Pradesh, districts including D...