Yellow Alert For Rain, Thunderstorms In Delhi For Next 2 Days The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, warning of rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds for the next two days, Thursday and Friday. Despite a slight rise in temperatures across the city on Wednesday, the alert highlights the potential for disruptive weather conditions. The Capital’s weather stations recorded a mix of temperature fluctuations, with some areas experiencing notable increases, while others showed minor variations. Safdarjung, the primary weather station representing Delhi, recorded a maximum temperature of 39.1°C on Wednesday, which was 0.9°C below the normal average for the season but 1.4°C higher than the previous day. The minimum temperature reached 27.4°C, 0.5°C above the normal range and 0.6°C warmer than Tuesday’s reading. Other stations also reported similar trends. Palam saw a 3.7°C rise in its maximum temperature, reaching 39.6°C, while Lodhi Road recorded 38.8°C, 2.8°C higher than the previous day. Ridge and Ayanagar reported maximum temperatures of 39.3°C and 39.6°C, respectively, with the latter showing a 3.5°C increase from the prior day. The IMD’s alert for Thursday and Friday predicts partly to generally cloudy skies, with light rain accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Wind speeds are expected to reach 40-50 kmph, with gusts potentially reaching 60 kmph. An IMD official noted that these conditions are likely to persist into Saturday, though no formal alert has been issued for that day. The department also forecasts maximum temperatures of 37-39°C on Thursday and minimum temperatures of 27-29°C for the next few days.#delhi #india_meteorological_department #safdarjung #lodhi_road #palam
Delhi Records Hottest Day of Season as IMD Warns of Potential 45°C Heatwave Delhi experienced its hottest day of the season on Monday, with temperatures soaring to 43.4°C at Safdarjung observatory, marking the highest reading so far this year. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heatwave conditions, warning that temperatures could climb to 45°C over the next four days, from Tuesday to Friday. The forecast comes as the city grapples with extreme heat, with several areas recording temperatures above 44°C. The Lodhi Road observatory recorded a peak of 43.8°C on Monday, which was 4.8 degrees above the seasonal average and met the heatwave threshold. However, meteorologists clarified that an official heatwave declaration requires at least two consecutive days of such conditions. An IMD official noted that if similar temperatures persist on Tuesday, Monday would be classified as an isolated heatwave day. According to IMD guidelines, a heatwave is declared when maximum temperatures reach 45°C or exceed 40°C with a departure of at least 4.5 degrees above normal. Safdarjung, Delhi’s primary weather station, recorded 43.4°C on Monday, 3 degrees above the seasonal norm, surpassing the previous record of 42.8°C set on April 25. Other areas also saw extreme heat, with Ridge reaching 44.6°C, Ayanagar hitting 44.4°C, Mungeshpur at 43.9°C, and Palam at 43.5°C. The minimum temperature on Monday was 26.3°C, slightly higher than Sunday’s 25.9°C, but within the normal range for the season. The IMD predicted a continued rise in temperatures, with maximums expected to reach 43-45°C on Tuesday and Wednesday, and 42-44°C on Thursday and Friday. These conditions are likely to result in isolated heatwave episodes.#delhi #india_meteorological_department #safdarjung #lodhi_road #ridge
Delhi Experiences Light Rain and Cool Temperatures on Thursday Delhi began Thursday (March 19, 2026) with cloudy skies and light rainfall, as the city recorded a minimum temperature of 17.6°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Parts of the city saw rainfall measuring up to 12.5 mm, with specific stations reporting varying amounts. The IMD noted that Safdarjung and Lodhi Road each recorded 8.2 mm of rain, while the Ridge station received 8.6 mm and Palam recorded 6.2 mm. The weather update was published on March 19, 2026, at 11:13 am IST, with an earlier update from March 19, 2026, at 11:17 am IST. The report highlights the city's transition into cooler conditions, with the rainfall contributing to the overall atmospheric changes in the region.#delhi #india_meteorological_department #safdarjung #lodhi_road #ridge
