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...