IMD predicts active monsoon spell in Delhi, NCR till Wednesday

IMD predicts active monsoon spell in Delhi, NCR till Wednesday

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted an active monsoon spell in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) from Monday to Wednesday.

The weather department has predicted frequent cloud cover, high humidity, and recurring spells of rain or thunderstorms during this period.

This comes after a dry spell that had left the region sweltering under oppressive heat and humidity.

Yellow alert for heavy rain, lightning

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Tuesday and Wednesday, predicting heavy rain at isolated places on Tuesday.

The maximum temperature is likely to drop from around 40°C on Sunday to nearly 30°C by Tuesday as monsoon activity intensifies over northwest India.

Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are also expected during this period.

Delhi's weather on Sunday

Delhi recorded a maximum temperature of 38.3°C on Sunday, three degrees above normal. The minimum settled at 31°C, four degrees above normal.

High humidity levels had pushed the heat index to as high as 45.5°C, making it feel hotter than the actual temperature suggested.

Despite these conditions, Delhi's air quality remained in the "moderate" category with an Air Quality Index of 171 on Sunday.