Fewer flights face delays at Delhi airport as weather improves after rainy day
Flights faced massive delays at the Delhi airport Saturday due to heavy rain lashing the national capital. Over 300 departing flights faced an average delay of 17 minutes on August 9, according to Flightradar24.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted a partly cloudy sky and the possibility of very light to light rain over Delhi Sunday. Thundershowers were also predicted towards the afternoon and evening.
Heavy rains lashed the city from Friday night into Saturday morning, prompting the IMD to issue a red alert early Saturday. The rain brought temperatures down sharply on Saturday, with the maximum settling at 26.4 degrees Celsius—the lowest recorded for the month since 1991, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data. The last time the city saw a lower August maximum was on August 28, 1991, at 25.8 degrees Celsius.
In an advisory, the IMD also warned of potential waterlogging, traffic congestion, and reduced visibility, which could extend travel time by up to 30 minutes. It also cautioned residents against standing near weak structures.
Airlines had also warned of disruption to flight schedules and requested passengers to leave for the airport early. 'The rain has not taken a break in Delhi, and the city's roads are feeling the pressure. Commute to the airport may take longer due to ongoing waterlogging and traffic build-up. If you are travelling today, please check your flight schedule on our app and website http://bit.ly/31paVKQ and set out earlier than usual,' Indigo posted on X Saturday afternoon.
'Rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi today,' Air India said.
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