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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
New Delhi Weather Forecast: Thunderstorms and rain expected with rising temperatures
New Delhi, The city recorded a minimum temperature of 26.8 degrees Celsius on Friday, with the weather office predicting thunderstorms accompanied by rain later in the day. The relative humidity was recorded at 77 percent at 8:30 am. The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 37 degrees Celsius. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo The city's air quality was recorded in the satisfactory category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 89 at 4 pm, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered "good", 51 and 100 "satisfactory", 101 and 200 "moderate", 201 and 300 "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
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Business Standard
9 hours ago
- Climate
- Business Standard
IMD issues 'yellow alert' in Delhi, Mumbai braces for heavy rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi on Friday, warning of thunderstorms with lightning, light to moderate rainfall and thundersqualls. Wind speeds are expected to reach 30–40 kmph, especially during the night. Gujarat and Maharashtra are also expected to receive rainfall today. The showers are expected to bring the maximum temperature down to 36–38 degrees Celsius, with the minimum likely to hover around 27–29 degrees Celsius. Delhi weather forecast for next 7 days The weather in Delhi over the next seven days is expected to remain largely cloudy, with the IMD issuing a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and moderate to light rainfall from 20 to 23 June. The forecast includes gusty winds ranging from 30–40 kmph, occasionally reaching up to 50 kmph during thunderstorms in the evening or night. While rainfall may vary in intensity, no heatwave conditions are expected throughout the week. Cloudy skies are also likely to persist on 24 and 25 June. IMD warns of lightning, travel disruptions and safety risks In its advisory, the IMD warned of a moderate thunderstorm, cautioning against intense lightning in open areas, potential traffic snarls and possible delays to flights and trains. It also flagged risks to livestock and people working outdoors. Residents have been advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. The IMD further recommended unplugging electrical devices during the storm to prevent lightning-related damage. Rain improves air quality in Delhi Delhi's air quality showed improvement on Thursday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) slipping into the 'satisfactory' category after remaining 'poor' for several days. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI stood at 76 at 8 am on 20 June, compared to 99 recorded the previous day. According to the CPCB, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51–100 'satisfactory', 101–200 'moderate', 201–300 'poor', 301–400 'very poor' and 401–500 'severe'. Heavy rain forecast for Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad The IMD has predicted continued heavy rainfall in Mumbai and has issued an orange alert for 20 June. The financial capital is likely to witness persistent showers and overcast skies through the rest of the week. Pune is also expected to receive intense rainfall over the coming days, with the IMD forecasting wet weather for the city. Monsoon extends further; more northward progress likely in 2–3 days The southwest monsoon has progressed further, covering additional areas including parts of the North Arabian Sea, the rest of Gujarat, sections of Rajasthan, more areas of Madhya Pradesh and East Uttar Pradesh, as well as the remaining regions of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, and parts of Bihar, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. The IMD added that conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to advance into the remaining areas of the North Arabian Sea, more parts of Rajasthan, the rest of Madhya Pradesh, additional parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, and into some regions of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir over the next 2–3 days.
The Hindu
11 hours ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
Delhi breathes easy for second straight day with AQI at 89
Delhi continued to record clean air for the second consecutive day, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the 'satisfactory' category at 89. On Wednesday, the city recorded its cleanest air in over eight months, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed. According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'. Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa credited the government's 100-day action plan for the improvement in the capital's air quality. He said 6,482 km of roads were swept in just 24 hours, as part of over 11 lakh km cleaned since February 20, claiming that 1,353 km of roads were being sprinkled daily, with 744 kilolitres of water used in the last 24 hours. "This improvement is not accidental. It is the result of a relentless 100-day effort — of policy-backed implementation, sustained on-ground action, and political determination. Delhi has finally proven that with the right will and vision, clean air is possible," Mr. Sirsa said. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'yellow' alert for thunderstorm and moderate to heavy rainfall in the capital for Thursday night. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 34.6° Celsius on Thursday, five notches below the season's normal, the IMD said. The relative humidity was 82% at 8:30 a.m., while the minimum temperature was recorded at 27.2° Celsius, normal for this time of the season, it said. The weather department has predicted thunderstorm with rain for Friday. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to settle around 37 and 28° Celsius, respectively, according to the IMD.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
See Better, Breathe Fresher: Clean Air Paints Sky Blue For Second Day
New Delhi: Delhiites saw clear blue skies on Thursday as air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category for the second straight day. The AQI stood at 89, compared to 81 on Wednesday, when the city had recorded its cleanest air in 261 days. Although Delhi did not receive any rain between 8.30am and 5.30pm, the Met department issued a 'yellow' alert for light to very light rain accompanied by a thunderstorm and gusty winds up to 40kmph from Fridayto Monday. Thursday was this year's fourth 'satisfactory' day. Delhi, however, is yet to experience a 'good' day so far in 2025. The last 'good' air day was Sept 10, 2023, when the AQI was at 45 due to rains and the restrictions imposed for the G20 Summit. In March, Delhi witnessed two consecutive 'satisfactory' air days, on March 15 and 16, with AQI readings of 85 and 99, respectively. CPCB defines a 'good' air day as one when AQI is below 51, while a 'satisfactory' level has an AQI reading of 51-100. The air quality is predicted to deteriorate to the 'moderate' category on Friday but may again stay in the 'satisfactory' range on Saturday and Sunday, according to the Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi, which is the forecasting body under the Union ministry of earth sciences. "Due to easterly winds and the presence of moisture, rain is likely to happen this week. As rain and gusty winds are expected over the next few days, it will help in settling down the pollutants," said an official. The maximum temperature on Thursday was recorded at 36.4 degrees Celsius, two degrees below normal, compared to Wednesday's 34.2 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature settled at 27.2 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature on Friday is likely to stay between 36-38 degrees Celsius while the minimum is predicted to stay around 27-29 degrees Celsius. The southwest monsoon is also progressing in north-west India. The normal date for the onset of the southwest monsoon over Delhi is June 27, but IMD has not specified when it is expected to reach the city. "Conditions are favourable for further advance of southwest monsoon over the remaining parts of North Arabian Sea and MP; some more parts of Rajasthan and UP; some parts of Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad during the next two-three days," said IMD. Conditions are also becoming favourable for further advance of the southwest monsoon over some parts of Punjab and Haryana during the subsequent two-three days, it added.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Climate
- The Hindu
Delhi records cleanest air in 261 days, IMD city under 'yellow' alert for thunderstorm
Delhi recorded cleanest air in more than eight months on Wednesday (June 18, 2025), as the Air Quality Index (AQI) dropping to 81, placing it in the 'satisfactory' category, data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) showed. This is the cleanest air the capital has experienced in the past 261 days. Previously such a recording was made on September 29, 2024, with an AQI of 76, also in the 'satisfactory' range. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a 'yellow' alert for thunderstorm and moderate to heavy rainfall in the national capital for Wednesday night. Delhi was earlier placed under an 'orange' warning for moderate rainfall, thunderstorm and gusty winds at speeds of 40 to 50 kilometre per hour for Wednesday evening. The city recorded a maximum temperature of 34.2° Celsius, 2.6° below the normal, the IMD said. The relative humidity at 5.30 p.m. was 94% and 90% at 8.30 p.m., it added. Delhi's minimum temperature was registered at 28° Celsius, 0.5° above the normal, the weather officer said.
