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Hindustan Times
7 hours ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Delhi rain updates: Areas hit by waterlogging. What IMD predicted for today
Several parts of Delhi experienced waterlogging on Saturday morning after heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms swept through the national capital, as well as Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and other areas of the NCR. Due to light rain, there was a heavy traffic jam on the Noida-Greater Noida Expressway in Noida on August 4. (Sunil Ghosh /Hindustan Times) Areas such as Shastri Bhawan, RK Puram, Moti Bagh, and Kidwai Nagar witnessed intense showers. Waterlogging was witnessed in Mathura Road following light rain, as well as Bharat Mandapam's Gate no. 7 was waterlogged after precipitation in the early hours of Saturday. What IMD predicted The IMD has forecast 'thunderstorms with rain' for Saturday, with the maximum temperature expected to reach 33 degree Celsius and the minimum likely to be around degree Celsius. 'Moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied with moderate thunderstorm and lightning (30-40 Km/h gusty winds) is very likely to occur at entire Delhi and NCR,' It said. On Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi settled at 36.2 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal, while the minimum was recorded at 26.8 degree Celsius, 0.1 degree below the seasonal average, the Met office said. No rainfall was recorded in the city in the past 24 hours, while relative humidity oscillated between 69 per cent at 8.30 am and 56 per cent at 5.30 pm, it said. The IMD said thunderstorm and rain activity is expected to continue over the next few days. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood in the 'moderate' category at 116 on Friday. According to 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'. Meanwhile, IMD has issued a fresh warning of continued rainfall activity in Himachal Pradesh, with heavy rain expected in many parts of the state over the next few days. The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for August 11 and 12 in three districts and a Yellow Alert for the remaining districts. The monsoon season has taken a deadly toll on the state. Since June 20, a total of 202 deaths have been recorded due to monsoon-related incidents. Of these, 108 people lost their lives due to rain, floods, and landslides, while 94 deaths occurred in road accidents, as per the latest official data.
India.com
7 hours ago
- Climate
- India.com
Delhiites wake up to heavy early morning rains, thunderstorms, several flights delayed
Delhiites wake up to heavy early morning rains, thunderstorms, several flights delayed Delhi-NCR's Saturday began with heavy early morning rains and thunderstorm hitting normal life in the national capital. Heavy and continuous downpour resulted in waterlogging in several areas affecting traffic. Waterlogging was reported at Mathura Road, Panchkuian Marg and outside Bharat Mandapam. The weather department has predicted more rainfall through the day which is likely to dampen the Raksha Bandhan. IMD forecast more rain On Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi settled at 36.2 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal, while the minimum was recorded at 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.1 degree below the seasonal average, the Met office said. No rainfall was recorded in the city in the past 24 hours, while relative humidity oscillated between 69 per cent at 8.30 am and 56 per cent at 5.30 pm, it said. The IMD has forecast a minimum temperature of 27 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius for Saturday, with thunderstorm and rain activity expected to continue over the next few days. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood in the 'moderate' category at 116 on Friday. According to 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'.
Economic Times
18 hours ago
- Climate
- Economic Times
IMD forecasts thunderstorm, rain for Delhi on Saturday
Synopsis The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms with rain for Delhi on Saturday. Friday saw a high of 36.2°C and a low of 26.8°C, with no rainfall recorded. Humidity ranged from 69% in the morning to 56% by evening. Saturday's forecast includes a minimum temperature of 27°C and a maximum of 36°C, with wet weather expected to persist over the coming days. PTI The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorm with rain for Delhi on Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi settled at 36.2 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal, while the minimum was recorded at 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.1 degree below the seasonal average, the Met office rainfall was recorded in the city in the past 24 hours, while relative humidity oscillated between 69 per cent at 8.30 am and 56 per cent at 5.30 pm, it IMD has forecast a minimum temperature of 27 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius for Saturday, with thunderstorm and rain activity expected to continue over the next few to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood in the "moderate" category at 116 on Friday. According to 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'.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
IMD forecasts thunderstorm, rain for Delhi on Saturday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms with rain for Delhi on Saturday. Friday saw a high of 36.2°C and a low of 26.8°C, with no rainfall recorded. Humidity ranged from 69% in the morning to 56% by evening. Saturday's forecast includes a minimum temperature of 27°C and a maximum of 36°C, with wet weather expected to persist over the coming days. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorm with rain for Delhi on Friday, the maximum temperature in Delhi settled at 36.2 degrees Celsius, two notches above normal, while the minimum was recorded at 26.8 degrees Celsius, 0.1 degree below the seasonal average, the Met office rainfall was recorded in the city in the past 24 hours, while relative humidity oscillated between 69 per cent at 8.30 am and 56 per cent at 5.30 pm, it IMD has forecast a minimum temperature of 27 degrees Celsius and a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius for Saturday, with thunderstorm and rain activity expected to continue over the next few to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's air quality index (AQI) stood in the "moderate" category at 116 on to 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
a day ago
- Climate
- Business Standard
Heat, humidity grip Delhi-NCR as monsoon stalls, AQI drops to 'moderate'
The monsoon has once again lost momentum in Delhi-NCR, bringing in a spell of intense heat and humidity, reminding the residents of peak summer. The summer sun, coupled with humid conditions, has left residents struggling as daytime temperatures soar and respite remains out of reach. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the present weather pattern is expected to persist for the next two to three days. Despite intermittent cloud cover and conditions that appear favourable for rain, the region has seen almost no precipitation. Over the past 24 hours, maximum temperatures across Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Greater Noida have hovered between 35 and 36 degrees Celsius. The IMD has not forecast any significant change in this trend in the immediate future. Today's weather forecast for Delhi On Friday, Delhi is set to witness a partly cloudy sky, with a possibility of developments of thunderstorms in the evening or night hours. Very light to light rain may follow. Minimum temperatures range from 25 to 27 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 34 and 36 degrees Celsius, one to three degrees above normal. South-westerly winds are to prevail in the region, blowing at speeds of up to 22 kmph, gusting up to 30 kmph. Delhi's air quality in 'moderate' category Adding to the discomfort, the city's air quality dipped to the 'moderate' category on Friday morning. The Air Quality Index (AQI), recorded at 10 am by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), stood at 114. The CPCB classifies AQI levels between 101 and 200 as 'moderate', indicating potential respiratory discomfort for sensitive groups. Lucknow shuts schools amid waterlogging While Delhi faces rising heat, other parts of northern India are grappling with excess rainfall. In Lucknow, all government, government-aided, and private schools from pre-primary to Class 8 are to remain closed on August 8, following heavy rainfall and widespread waterlogging. The closure order, issued by the District Magistrate, covers institutions affiliated with all education boards in both urban and rural areas of the district. Officials cited the continuing rain and a warning from the IMD forecasting further downpours as the basis for the precautionary measure. Several neighbourhoods in the city reported severe waterlogging. Similar conditions were witnessed in other parts of Uttar Pradesh, including Varanasi, where rising water levels in the River Ganga led to the inundation of residential areas. Monsoon havoc continues in Himachal In Himachal Pradesh, the monsoon has taken a tragic toll, claiming 202 lives since June 20, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC). Of these, 108 fatalities resulted from weather-related disasters such as landslides, flash floods, and cloudbursts, while 94 deaths were linked to road accidents. The relentless rains have also caused extensive damage to the state's infrastructure. As per the latest update from the SEOC, 452 roads—including two National Highways—remain blocked. In addition, 861 power distribution transformers and 244 water supply schemes are currently disrupted. Districts including Mandi, Kullu, and Kangra have reported widespread destruction to homes, public utilities, roads, and crops. Mandi, the worst-affected district, has recorded 42 rain-related deaths. Since the onset of the monsoon, Himachal Pradesh has experienced 51 landslides, 58 flash floods, and 30 cloudbursts. Rescue and relief operations continue, with assistance from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), and local authorities.
