Delhi-NCR Weather Update: Rain, Thunderstorm Predicted As Flights Get Diverted Again

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh alert for light rain and thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds in Delhi over the next 2 to 3 hours. Winds are expected to reach speeds of 40-50 kmph, with gusts going up to 60 kmph, the department said in its latest forecast.

This warning follows a turbulent day on Sunday when strong gusty winds and heavy rains swept across the National Capital Region (NCR), leading to the diversion of 14 Delhi-bound flights. Among the impacted flights was a Delhi-bound IndiGo plane that had to abort landing due to extreme wind speeds touching 80 kmph.

Temperature, Humidity, and Air Quality Update

On Monday, the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 22.6°C, which is 4.3 degrees below the seasonal average. The maximum temperature is expected to reach around 37°C during the day, according to the IMD.

At 8:30 am, the humidity level stood at 67%, contributing to a muggy morning. Meanwhile, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 165, placing it in the 'moderate' category, as per data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

As a reference, AQI between:

• 0-50 is "Good"
• 51-100 is "Satisfactory"
• 101-200 is "Moderate"
• 201-300 is "Poor"
• 301-400 is "Very Poor"
• 401-500 is "Severe"

Rain Forecast for Rajasthan Due to Western Disturbance

In addition to Delhi, several areas of Rajasthan are also likely to experience rain and thunderstorms from Monday, owing to the activation of a western disturbance.

The Meteorological Centre in Jaipur confirmed that this system is expected to become active again from June 2, bringing strong storms and wind speeds of 50-60 kmph in various parts of the state from June 2 to 4, primarily in the afternoon.

On Sunday, light rainfall was observed in parts of Jaipur division, while most other areas in the state remained dry.