The weather has finally taken a turn across the entire National Capital Region (NCR), including Delhi. Residents have found significant relief from the stifling humidity and scorching heat following heavy rainfall late last night. The rain led to a notable drop in temperature, making for a pleasant morning. According to the latest forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi-NCR is likely to witness heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 40 to 50 kmph on July 21 and 22.
A ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued for both days. The weather department predicts a maximum temperature of 32°C and a minimum of 25°C for July 21. The sky is expected to remain generally cloudy throughout the day, with a continued likelihood of heavy rain. The forecast indicates moderate to heavy rainfall during the morning and afternoon hours, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds blowing at 40 to 50 kmph. In the evening, light to moderate rain is expected, along with winds blowing at speeds of 30 to 40 kmph.
Weather conditions are expected to remain largely similar on July 22. The maximum temperature is projected to be 32°C, with a minimum of 23°C. Generally cloudy skies will persist, accompanied by the possibility of moderate to heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds reaching 40 to 50 kmph. A ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued for this day as well. However, some relief in the weather is expected starting July 23. On this day, the maximum temperature is likely to be 33°C and the minimum 22°C. While the sky will remain generally cloudy and moderate rain is expected, no weather warning has been issued.
For July 24, the maximum temperature is forecast at 33°C and the minimum at 23°C, with humidity levels ranging between 80% and 65%. Only cloudy skies are expected on this day, and there are no weather-related warnings. Similarly, on July 25, the maximum temperature is expected to be 33°C and the minimum 23°C. Humidity is projected to range between 80% and 60%, with generally cloudy weather.
On July 26, the maximum temperature is likely to be 33°C and the minimum 24°C, with humidity levels between 75% and 55%. The sky will remain cloudy on this day as well. Weather experts state that heavy rainfall over the next two days could lead to waterlogging, traffic jams, and falling tree branches in Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Faridabad, and surrounding areas. People are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during inclement weather, refrain from standing in open areas during lightning, and adhere to advisories issued by the Meteorological Department.
