Delhi
Thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR cause significant temperature drops; air and road traffic are disrupted
Huge thunderstorms and heavy rains pounded Delhi-NCR on Monday morning, causing a temperature drop of over 11 degrees in less than 1.5 hours and disrupting air and road traffic. Waterlogging and blackouts were reported in several parts of the National Capital Region. At Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, around 100 flights were reported to be delayed, with 19 flights being diverted.
1. Heavy rain on Monday morning brings welcome relief to the national capital and nearby cities after the city set a new record with a day’s high of 49 degrees in Mungeshpur, near the Haryana border, last week.
2. In some parts of the national capital, roads were blocked by falling trees, and traffic was clogged during morning rush hour. Traffic jams were also reported in Gurugram.
3. Air traffic was disrupted as well. “Flight operations at @DelhiAirport are affected due to bad weather,” the Delhi International Airport Limited had tweeted earlier. Passengers should contact the airline directly for the most up-to-date flight information. #Rain #BadWeather (sic)”.
4. According to the Delhi airport’s website, bad weather and other issues caused over 40 departure flights to be delayed. Around 18 arrival flights were also delayed, with two flights being cancelled, according to the news agency ANI.
5. Between 5:40 and 7 a.m. on Monday, the temperature dropped 11 degrees Celsius. On Monday, Mahesh Palawat, vice president of private weather agency Skymet, tweeted that the national capital set a new record: “Delhi recorded 17.2 degree minimum temperature today on May 23.” May saw its lowest level in a decade. On May 2nd, 1982 (sic), a temperature of 15.2 degrees was set.
6. During thunderstorms, the IMD (India Meteorological Department) predicted wind speeds of 60 to 90 km/h.
7. “A dust storm/thunderstorm with rain (followed by rain) and gusty winds of 50-70 km/h will occur over and adjacent areas of Narnaul (Haryana) Milak, Bareilly, Sahaswan, Kasganj, Sikandra Rao, Raya, Mathura, Jalesar, Etah, Sadabad, Tundla, Agra, Firozaba, Narora, Gabhana, Jattari, Atrauli, Khair,
8. “Light to moderate intensity rain and gusty winds of 30-40 km/h will continue to fall over Gannaur and the surrounding areas.” During the next two hours, Sonipat, Kharkhoda (Haryana), Gangoh, Deoband, Nazibabad, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Kandhla, Bijnaur, Khatauli, Sakoti Tanda, Hastinapur, Chandpur, Baraut, Daurala, Bagpat, and Khekra (U.P.) will be affected,” it added.
9. Parts of Delhi-NCR have experienced power outages.
10. Following a period of extreme heat, people on social media applauded the change in weather.
Haryana
Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024
Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.
The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.
Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.
With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.
The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.
Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:
Date Temperature Sky October 23, 2024 32.93 °C Sky is clear October 24, 2024 32.69 °C Sky is clear October 25, 2024 32.5 °C Sky is clear October 26, 2024 32.07 °C Sky is clear October 27, 2024 30.69 °C Sky is clear October 28, 2024 31.29 °C Sky is clear October 29, 2024 32.09 °C Sky is clear
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