Relief from heat for Delhiites as IMD predicts light rain, thunderstorm today
New Delhi, June 11
Residents of the national capital experienced a pleasant change in weather on Thursday, as a shift in conditions provided much-needed relief from the scorching heat that has been sweeping the region.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi is expected to witness a partly cloudy sky, which is likely to become generally cloudy towards the afternoon.
The weather department has predicted a spell of very light to light rain, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and a dust storm. Strong winds with speeds reaching 50-60 kmph, gusting up to 70 kmph, are expected towards the evening or night.
"The maximum and minimum temperatures over Delhi are likely to be in the range of 40°C to 42°C and 27°C to 29°C, respectively. The minimum and maximum temperatures will remain near normal (-1.5°C to 1.5°C) at most places over Delhi," the IMD stated.
Regarding the wind patterns, the IMD noted that the predominant surface wind is likely to blow from the southwest with speeds reaching up to 20 kmph during the morning hours.
"The wind speed will increase, reaching up to 25 kmph from the southwest direction during the afternoon. By evening and night, the wind speed is expected to decrease to around 22 kmph, shifting to an easterly direction," the IMD added.
The national capital is also likely to witness isolated hailstorm activity, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
In its weather bulletin, the IMD stated that Delhi, along with Haryana and Chandigarh, is expected to experience hailstorms during June 11-12.
The weather office has also extended this alert to several other parts of North India. "Isolated hailstorm activity is likely over Himachal Pradesh, Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad, Uttarakhand, and West Uttar Pradesh on June 11th and 12th," the IMD said.
Northwest India is likely to witness a wet spell till June 13 under the influence of a Western Disturbance, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. According to the IMD data, the region is expected to experience thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph and hailstorms, specifically on June 11 and 12.
"Under the influence of a Western Disturbance, a wet spell is likely over Northwest India until June 13. There is a possibility of thunderstorms with gusty winds (50-60 kmph) and hailstorms on June 11 and 12," the IMD stated.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Typical Delhi weather - either too hot or too dusty. With wind speeds up to 70 kmph, I'm worried about the trees in my locality falling. Hope MCD is prepared for this. 🤞
As someone who works outdoors, this is a mixed blessing. The rain will cool things down but strong winds and hailstorms can be dangerous. Let's hope Delhi residents stay safe and the power doesn't go out. 🫡
All these forecasts are fine, but when will authorities fix the drainage systems? Last year's waterlogging was a disaster. And now they talk about 50-60 kmph winds? We need better urban planning, not just warnings. 🙄
Thank God, the temperature is dropping! 40°C is still hot, but at least the humidity will go down. A good cup of chai with this weather sounds perfect ☕ - just hope the power stays on.
I moved to Delhi from the US last year and this weather is crazy! But honestly, the locals here take it in stride. Appreciate the IMD for detailed updates - back home we just got "slight chance of rain." 🌩️
Hailstorm alert for Delhi!
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