Today Weather, IMD Alert in Delhi-NCR, UP, Rajasthan Live News: Rain and strong winds hit Delhi on Monday as parts of the city received light to moderate rainfall, bringing some respite from the heat.Squally winds were reported over Palam as the maximum wind speed reached 93 kmph in the afternoon, accompanied by pre-evening showers.
The brief spell of rain between 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm added to the moisture load.
The maximum temperature was recorded at 38.8 degrees Celsius at the Ridge observatory -- the highest among all stations.
"There was a cyclonic circulation over Punjab, Haryana and nearby areas, which led to rain over Delhi. Moisture-laden southwesterly winds from the Arabian Sea also helped in the development of this weather activity. Because of the moisture and the cyclonic circulation, parts of Punjab, Haryana and Delhi received rain," Mahesh Palawat of Skymet Weather said.
He further said the activity is likely to continue for the next two days, although its intensity will reduce gradually. "Since there is still moisture in the air, temperatures are not expected to rise significantly during this period. After that, temperatures are likely to start increasing again," he said.
For today, the weather office has forecast thunderstorms with rain, with minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be around 27 and 38 degrees Celsius, respectively.
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Weather Today Live: Delhi Records Coolest Day Of June As Rain Brings Respite From Heat
A spell of rain with strong winds and overcast skies kept Delhi unusually cool on Tuesday, dragging temperatures several notches below normal and providing relief from the sweltering conditions that had gripped the city in recent days, making it the coldest day of June so far.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Palam recorded the highest rainfall of 9.1 mm between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm, followed by Safdarjung at 2.8 mm, Ayanagar at 2.5 mm and Lodhi Road at 1.2 mm, while Ridge recorded a trace.
Maximum temperatures across Delhi-NCR remained below normal. Safdarjung, the city's base station, recorded 33.3 degrees Celsius, 5.5 notches below normal.
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Weather Today Live: Pre-Monsoon Rainfall Shatters 3 Years Record In Chittorgarh
Even before the official onset of the southwest monsoon in Rajasthan, Chittorgarh district has witnessed record-breaking pre-monsoon rainfall. During the first 15 days of June, the district received 88 mm (3.46 inches) of rain, surpassing levels recorded during the same period over the past three years.
The unusually high rainfall has defied earlier expectations of a weaker monsoon season following the intense heat experienced during the Nautapa period.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the monsoon is expected to reach Chittorgarh and the Mewar region between June 22 and June 25. If current weather patterns continue, June 2026 could emerge as one of the wettest months in recent years.
Delhi-NCR Rain Alert Live: Rain In Some Parts Of City
Light rain was witnessed in some parts of the city on Tuesday morning, with the minimum temperature settling at 25.7 degrees Celsius, 1.8 notches below normal.
Moderate to severe thunderstorms activity with lightning and squally winds speed exceeding 60 kmph are likely over Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and adjoining Western Uttar Pradesh during the next two-three hours, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
According to weather experts, the rainfall was triggered by a cyclonic circulation over central Pakistan and adjoining areas, which has created favourable conditions for precipitation across northwest India, including Delhi-NCR.
Weather Updates: Maximum Temperatures Hover Near Normal In Haryana, Punjab
Maximum temperatures in Haryana and Punjab hovered near normal on Monday, while rain lashed parts of Haryana during the day.
According to the MeT, Ambala recorded a maximum of 38.2 degrees Celsius while Hisar recorded 36.9 degrees Celsius.
Gurugram, which received some rainfall accompanied by strong winds during the afternoon, recorded a maximum temperature of 36.2 degrees Celsius.
Hisar and Narnaul also received sporadic showers, recording respective maximums of 36.9 degrees Celsius and 37 degrees Celsius.
Weather Updates LIVE: Little Respite From Intense Heat In UP
Intense heat prevailed across Uttar Pradesh on Monday, with Banda recording the highest maximum at 43.4 degrees Celsius, according to the meteorological office.
The MeT has forecast rain and thunderstorms at isolated places over western Uttar Pradesh, while weather is likely to remain dry over eastern parts of the state.
Above-40 maximum temperatures were recorded at several places across the state on Monday, including Prayagraj at 42.4 degrees Celsius, Jhansi and Hamirpur at 41.6 degrees Celsius, Varanasi at 41.2 degrees Celsius, Kanpur at 40.4 degrees Celsius and Varanasi at 40.5 degrees Celsius.
Today Weather Live Updates: Western Disturbance Over Northwest India Brings Squally Winds, Rainfall
A fresh western disturbance over the Himalayas, coupled with moisture-laden monsoon winds, brought light to moderate rainfall over several parts of northwest India on Monday, while strong winds blew over vast stretches of Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan, triggering dust storms.
Squally winds blew over parts of the capital as light to moderate rainfall brought some respite from the heat.
The maximum wind speed was logged at 93 kmph in the afternoon, while a brief spell of rain between 2.30 pm and 5.30 pm added to the moisture load. Palam recorded 9.0 mm of rainfall till 5.30 pm -- the highest in the region.
IMD Delhi forecast Live: Rain, Thunderstorms To Persist In Rajasthan
Thunderstorm and rainfall are likely in parts of Rajasthan this week under the influence of a western disturbance, the weather officer said on Monday.
According to the MeT, parts of Bikaner, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Kota and Jodhpur divisions are expected to witness rainfall over the next few days, accompanied by strong winds at 60 to 70 kmph.
During the 24 hours till Monday morning, several places in the state experienced thunderstorms and light to moderate rainfall. Khanpur in Jhalawar district recorded the highest rainfall at 51 mm.
Delhi weather today Live: Light Rain Brings Pleasant Start To Week For Delhi-NCR Residents
Residents across Delhi-NCR woke up to a refreshing Monday morning as light rain showers swept through several parts of the region, including areas around the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The rainfall brought temporary relief from the humid conditions that had prevailed over the past few days.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), more rainfall activity is likely during the day, with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected in the afternoon and evening. The weather department has forecast very light to light rain accompanied by strong surface winds, which could provide further respite from the summer heat.
