Delhi-NCR Weather: IMD Issues Red Alert as Heavy Rain Hits, Traffic and Waterlogging Disrupt Daily Life
Delhi-NCR woke up to a wet Thursday morning as steady rainfall drenched the region, disrupting traffic and causing waterlogging in several areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has upgraded its weather warning to a ‘red’ alert, signalling the possibility of more intense downpours in the coming hours.
Rain Intensifies Across the Region
Intermittent showers that began last week turned into heavy spells on Thursday morning, affecting daily commuters and slowing traffic across the National Capital, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad. Radar imagery shows dense rain bands over the region, with IMD predicting thunderstorms and lightning alongside heavy rainfall in the next few hours.
From Yellow to Red: IMD’s Weather Warning
Initially, there was no major alert for Thursday, but the IMD revised its forecast late on Wednesday, shifting from a yellow alert to a red warning for Delhi. Ghaziabad remains under a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning, while Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad are expected to witness cloudy skies with light rain spells during the day.
Forecast for the Coming Days
The wet weather is likely to persist through the week, with light to moderate showers predicted until August 17. On August 15, Delhi is expected to see cloudy skies and brief spells of rain, while Gurugram and Faridabad face a yellow alert for possible heavy showers and thunderstorms. August 16 could bring more light rainfall across the region, followed by drizzles between August 17 and 19.
Humid Days Ahead
While rain may bring temporary relief from the heat, high humidity is expected to persist. Residents should brace for waterlogged roads, slower traffic, and fluctuating rain intensity over the next few days, with August 14 projected to see particularly heavy rainfall in parts of the capital and surrounding areas.
Rain Intensifies Across the Region
Intermittent showers that began last week turned into heavy spells on Thursday morning, affecting daily commuters and slowing traffic across the National Capital, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad. Radar imagery shows dense rain bands over the region, with IMD predicting thunderstorms and lightning alongside heavy rainfall in the next few hours.From Yellow to Red: IMD’s Weather Warning
Initially, there was no major alert for Thursday, but the IMD revised its forecast late on Wednesday, shifting from a yellow alert to a red warning for Delhi. Ghaziabad remains under a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning, while Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad are expected to witness cloudy skies with light rain spells during the day.Forecast for the Coming Days
The wet weather is likely to persist through the week, with light to moderate showers predicted until August 17. On August 15, Delhi is expected to see cloudy skies and brief spells of rain, while Gurugram and Faridabad face a yellow alert for possible heavy showers and thunderstorms. August 16 could bring more light rainfall across the region, followed by drizzles between August 17 and 19. Humid Days Ahead
While rain may bring temporary relief from the heat, high humidity is expected to persist. Residents should brace for waterlogged roads, slower traffic, and fluctuating rain intensity over the next few days, with August 14 projected to see particularly heavy rainfall in parts of the capital and surrounding areas. Next Story