Delhi Weather Update: Delhi received light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorm, lightning and gusty winds on Sunday morning. The showers brought an end to the intense heatwave spell, providing much-needed relief to residents from the scorching heat. Delhi had been reeling under extreme heatwave conditions over the past week, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius. Some areas in the national capital recorded temperature above than 45°C. It appears that Delhiites will continue to experience extended relief as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rainfall for the upcoming week (June 16-22).
Weather Forecast For Sunday, June 15
For Sunday, June 15, the IMD has issued an orange alert for rain accompanied by thunderstorm, lightning and gusty winds with speeds reaching up to 40-50 kmph. Hot and humid conditions are expected in the night. The sky will remain partly cloudy with gusty winds speed 40 – 50 Kmph temporarily reaching 60 kmph during thunderstorm towards night.
The maximum temperature is currently in the range of 41-43°C over Delhi.
When Will Delhi Receive Monsoon Showers?
According to the IMD, the southwest monsoon may enter parts of central, eastern, and northwest India between June 12 and 18. Also, it is likely to reach large parts of North India, including Delhi, between June 19 and 25.
Weather Forecast For The Upcoming Week
Here’s how the weather will remain in the upcoming week:
June 16: Thunderstorm with rain is likely on Monday. The sky will remain cloudy with maximum temperature at 40°C.
June 17: Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain is expected on Tuesday. The maximum temperature will remain around 37°C.
June 18: Light to moderate rain/ thunderstorm/ lightning have been predicted. The sky will remain cloudy with maximum temperature at 36°C.
June 19: Generally cloudy sky with moderate rain is likely on Thursday. The maximum temperature will remain around 37°C.
June 20: Rain and Thundershowers are expected on Friday. The maximum temperature will remain at 38°C.
June 21: The maximum temperature will remain at 37°C, with rain and thunderstorm predicted for the day.
