Monsoon arrives in Delhi; IMD issues yellow alert, humidity remains high  

July 3, 2026 9:39 AM

Monsoon arrives in Delhi; IMD issues yellow alert, humidity remains high  

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday declared the onset of the Southwest Monsoon over Delhi after favourable atmospheric conditions developed, bringing an end to a prolonged spell of heat and humidity in the national capital. Despite the rainfall, humidity levels remained high, ranging between 61 and 95 per cent. The monsoon arrived in Delhi five days later than its normal onset date of June 27. Widespread rainfall lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR throughout the day, providing...

Delhi witnesses light early morning rain, humidity remains high

July 2, 2026 10:03 AM

Delhi witnesses light early morning rain, humidity remains high

Light rain accompanied by scattered thunderstorms lashed several parts of the national capital on Thursday morning, providing relief from the prevailing heat and humidity. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi recorded temperatures of around 28-29 degrees Celsius during the early hours, while humidity levels remained high at up to 95 per cent. Light winds accompanied the rainfall across the city. The IMD has forecast the maximum temperature to remain between 32 degrees ...